Source/Archive record SCH5232 - Subsidence in the undercroft Floor at Norton Priory, Runcorn, Cheshire: A Programme of Archaeological Investigation and Recording
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| Type | Client Report |
|---|---|
| Title | Subsidence in the undercroft Floor at Norton Priory, Runcorn, Cheshire: A Programme of Archaeological Investigation and Recording |
| Author/Originator | Earthworks Archaeological Services |
| Report Number | R2939 |
| Date/Year | 2009 |
Abstract/Summary
Two test trenches were excavated within the undercroft at Norton priory in order to investigate areas of floor subsidence. Investigation showed that the subsidence was due to the sinkage of the wet, organic deposit which undelay the sequence of floors and overlay natural boulder clay. Subsidence had occurred where a network of foundation walling linking the pillars supporting the vaults were absent.
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Cheshire Historic Environment Record Grey Lit' Library
Referenced Monuments (2)
Referenced Events (1)
- ECH4584 Archaeological evaluation in the undercroft at Norton Priory in 2009 (Ref: R2939)
Record last edited
Jul 12 2024 1:31PM