Find Spot record 570/0/2 - Medieval pot
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About 1840 a medieval terra-cotta vessel was disovered in the churchyard at Winwick. Vessel is fractured & a large part is missing. Reddish hue with a light yellow-green lead glaze. Represents a knight on a charger. Liquid was poured into the vessel through the head of the rider. The head of the horse, which is now broken off, formed the spout (1).
<1> British Archaeological Association, 1847-present, Journal of the British Archaeological Association, 14/91 Syer Cuming H 1858 (Journal/Periodical). SCH1578.
<2> Ordnance Survey, 1870-1982, Ordnance Survey Archaeological Record Card, SJ69SW10/1955 (Index). SCH2487.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 603 928 (point) 8 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ69SW |
| Civil Parish | WINWICK, WARRINGTON |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | WINWICK WITH HULME, WINWICK, LANCASHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Jun 4 2024 3:26PM