Find Spot record 1060 - Findspot of prehistoric axe

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Summary

An axe hammer, found at Holmes Chapel c.1965.

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Full Description

An axe hammer, probably from Group XVIII (Whin Sill). Found at Holmes Chapel c.1965. Axe in private possession (1). Apparent confusion with 1059. Almost certainly the same find (2).


<1> County Historic Environment Record, 1973-1985, Cheshire Archaeological Bulletin, 4/36 Petch D F 1976 (Journal/Periodical). SCH565.

<2> Various, Various, Oral communication to the HER, Turner R 1987 (Oral Communication). SCH2330.

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1> Journal/Periodical: County Historic Environment Record. 1973-1985. Cheshire Archaeological Bulletin. 1-10. 4/36 Petch D F 1976.
  • <2> Oral Communication: Various. Various. Oral communication to the HER. Turner R 1987.

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Location

Grid reference SJ 768 671 (point) 8 Figure Ref
Map sheet SJ76NE
Civil Parish HOLMES CHAPEL, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE EAST
Historic Township/Parish/County CHURCH HULME, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Record last edited

Oct 16 2024 9:08AM