NHER 10064 (Monument record) - Medieval causeway
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Summary
In 1952 a causeway was noted across the common. It was flanked by ditches and probably aligned on the medieval predecessor of Wacton Hall, and thus of contemporary date. It was still extant when it was visited in 1979.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TM19SE |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | WACTON, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK |
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Full Description
26 June 1952.
Causeway noted across common flanked by ditches, probably aligned on medieval predecessor of Wacton Hall, and of that date.
R. R. Clarke (NCM).
2 October 1979. Visited by E. Rose (NAU).
Still intact; west end has been concreted for a few yards but most of length is still grass lined by sparse hedges.
E. Rose (NAU).
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Record last edited
Sep 12 2013 9:10AM