Images and Data from Archaeological Trial Trench Evaluation, December 2019, and Mitigation, 2021, at Rectory View, Hargrave, Northamptonshire

This collection comprises images, reports and CAD files from an archaeological trial trench evaluation and later mitigation in the back plot of Rectory View, Hargrave, Northamptonshire between December 2019 and February 2021,the work was undertaken by MOLA. The evaluation revealed a large, possible 11th-12th-century boundary ditch, aligned with the property boundaries, which was re-cut at least twice as well as linear ditches, arranged perpendicular to each other in pairs, which may represent the corner of a structure or horticultural enclosure.. The mitigations works comprised the Strip, Map and Sample of three building footprints and Archaeological Observation, Investigation, Recording, Analysis and Publication during intrusive ground works associated with the development. These works also revealed medieval activity including: two circular enclosures, a collection of pits and postholes which did not form any clear structures, and a watering hole believed to be used by livestock was also identified. This early activity likely relates to livestock management and although direct evidence of occupation could not be clearly identified it is likely that a dwelling was located close to the site. An isolated post-medieval pit and a modern dog burial was also found within the main excavation area. Two other areas were monitored during these works. A large early medieval ditch was identified in the northern area and several early medieval postholes and pits were identified in the southern area.