| Abstract: |
A geophysical survey of approximately 57ha, on land close to Stowmarket. The results of the survey have identified a number of anomalies of possible archaeological origin. Whilst none of these can be definitively interpreted as archaeological in origin, some features of a possible archaeological origin, alongside unclear responses have been identified. These are predominantly located in Fields 3 and 4 and the most significant of these features comprise of magnetically enhanced linear features. These are semicircular
in form, in Field 3, which could be evidence of prehistoric activity. Furthermore, to the south of these features, located in Field 4, which appear to form a ladder types latticework, suggesting possible Roman origins or later.
To the south of the scheme, there is evidence of possible early prehistoric pit alignment, but also a series of linear responses and areas of disturbance, which together may form an area of possible, undated archaeological activity. A similar collection of pits and linear features have been recorded in the south of Field 4.
In addition, a number of former field boundaries have been identified, these anomalies are recorded on 1888 Ordnance Survey (OS) mapping of the area. Field boundaries in Fields 4 and 5 are removed between 1957 and 1970, with others in Field 6 removed post 1970’s mapping.
Evidence of features that whilst recorded as unclear, might have an archaeological origin have been identified within Field 4, as a square type enclosure, and also a series of concentric semi-circular anomalies to the eastern extent of Field 7. |
