Monument record IPS 449 - Prehistoric feature, Former Harris Meat Factory, Ipswich
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Summary
Evaluation revealed a small area of probable prehistoric ground surface, two modern ditches and made ground overlying river terrace gravels, following the diversion of the River Gipping in the 1970s.
Location
| Grid reference | TM 1434 4484 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM14SW |
| Civil Parish | IPSWICH, IPSWICH, SUFFOLK |
Map
Type and Period (3)
Full Description
2004: Evaluation. Small circular spread of silty sand containing a single fragment of struck flint, interpreted as a small patch of surviving later prehistoric ground surface, located in the vicinity of a Bronze Age urn findspot (IPS 104). In the North West part of the site the evaluation revealed reclamation material overlying river and flood plain deposits relating to the former course of the River Gipping. Two modern ditches were recorded in the SE part of the site (S1).
Sources/Archives (1)
- <S1> SSF52129 Unpublished document: Gardner, R.. 2004. Archaeological Evaluation Report. Former Harris Meat Factory, Hadleigh Road, Ipswich.
Finds (1)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (2)
Record last edited
Oct 24 2016 11:10AM