Monument record 180/0/6 - West Bank of River Weaver, Nantwich
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Summary
A watching brief on a 2m deep shaft on the west bank of the River Weaver produced an area of ash and charcoal with some briquetage (salt making debris).
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
The construction of a 2m deep shaft on the west bank of the River Weaver was watched. Passed through riverine clays, but an area of ash and charcoal with some briquetage was found in south-west quadrant. Probably relates to activity on site of Wood Street excavations (1).
<1> County Historic Environment Record, 1973-1985, Cheshire Archaeological Bulletin, 10/69 Hutchings P 1985 (Journal/Periodical). SCH565.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCH565 Journal/Periodical: County Historic Environment Record. 1973-1985. Cheshire Archaeological Bulletin. 1-10. 10/69 Hutchings P 1985.
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Related Events/Activities (1)
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 648 525 (point) 8 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ65SW |
| 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 4:56PM