NHER 177 (Negative evidence record) - Site with no archaeological finds or features, 54 Aylsham Road
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Summary
Excavations in 1974 in advance of redevelopment works anticipated finding archaeological remains as the site is in the area of an Early Saxon cemetery (NHER 165). However, 19th century gravel quarrying had completely removed the original ground surface, and nothing was found.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TG20NW |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORWICH, NORWICH, NORFOLK |
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Full Description
April 1974. Excavation by [1] for Norwich Survey in advance of redevelopment by Norwich City Council.
The site was in the area of the Eade Road Early Saxon cemetery (NHER 165).
The site was extensively trenched by machine and then hand dug.
19th century gravel quarrying had totally removed the original ground surface and had been replaced by a back fill of orange sand. No finds.
J. Roberts.
Associated Sources (4)
- --- SNF87229 Record Card: Clarke, R. R. and NCM Staff. 1933-1973. Norwich Castle Museum Record Card - Norwich - Post Roman.
- --- SNF87213 Record Card: NCM Staff. 1973-1989. Norfolk Archaeological Index Primary Record Card - Norwich.
- --- SNF2500 Serial: 1974. Council for British Archaeology Group 7 Bulletin of Archaeological Discoveries for 1974. No 21. p 2.
- --- SNF97963 Unpublished Document: Roberts, J. P. 1975. [Norwich Survey] Excavations in Norwich 1974.
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Record last edited
Sep 6 2017 2:44PM