Monument record 7862 - U-shaped features, Sink Moss, possibly early drainage ditches
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Summary
Four U-shaped features observed during the digging of a new drain due south of Moss Cottage in April 1995. They were cut into glacial clays below peat deposits. They were peat-filled and appeared to predate the northward extension of the moss towards Moss Lane. Origin and date unclear although it seems likely that they represent early drainage ditches.
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Full Description
<1> University of Manchester Archaeological Unit, 1995, M6 Widening, Sink Moss: A Desk-Based Archaeological Assessment. (Client Report). SCH4126.
SJ 6757 8335: Four U-shaped features observed during the digging of a new drain due south of Moss Cottage in April 1995. They were cut into glacial clays below peat deposits. They were peat-filled and appeared to predate the northward extension of the moss towards Moss Lane. Origin and date unclear although it seems likely that they represent early drainage ditches.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCH4126 Client Report: University of Manchester Archaeological Unit. 1995. M6 Widening, Sink Moss: A Desk-Based Archaeological Assessment.. R2073. S0060. N/A.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SJ 675 833 (100m by 101m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ68SE |
| Civil Parish | HIGH LEGH, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | HIGH LEGH, ROSTHERNE, CHESHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Mar 25 2024 5:33PM