Site Event/Activity record ECH5802 - Land at 9-17 Churchside, Macclesfield

An archaeological watching brief undertaken at 9 – 17 Churchside, Macclesfield. The standing buildings fronting onto Churchside, forming the frontage of the site, are thought to date to the early 18th century. All deposits encountered during the groundworks could be seen to be contemporary with the construction of the standing buildings, or relate to later modifications. Deposits, features and artefacts of minor archaeological significance, related to later post-medieval activity, were recorded and recovered. These included early 19th century yard surfaces and outbuilding foundations to the rear of the standing buildings, and a waste pit and culvert set within a matrix containing Post Medieval pottery, glass and clay pipe fragments.