Monument record 180/0/7 - Finds of wood, Snow Hill

Please read our .

Summary

Wood found during watching brief on the construction of a deep shaft. Some looked like posts or props but no other finds. Could be another area of saltmaking.

Map

Type and Period (2)

Full Description

<1> County Historic Environment Record, 1973-1985, Cheshire Archaeological Bulletin, Issue 10, p.69, Hutchings P, 1985 (Journal/Periodical). SCH565.

The construction of a deep shaft was watched in 1982. This went to a considerable depth through grey-black crumbley soil. Quantities of wood were found in the soil, some like posts or props. No finds made. In known area of salt-making but no direct evidence of this.

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1> Journal/Periodical: County Historic Environment Record. 1973-1985. Cheshire Archaeological Bulletin. 1-10. Issue 10, p.69, Hutchings P, 1985.

Related Monuments/Buildings (1)

Related Events/Activities (1)

External Links (0)

Location

Grid reference SJ 650 525 (point) 8 Figure Ref
Map sheet SJ65SE
Civil Parish NANTWICH, CREWE AND NANTWICH, CHESHIRE EAST
Historic Township/Parish/County NANTWICH, NANTWICH, CHESHIRE

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Record last edited

Aug 29 2024 5:15PM