Thorswood Nature Reserve, North Staffordshire. Archaeological Desk-Based Assessment and Survey

An archaeological desk-based assessment and survey were carried out by Birmingham Archaeology at the Thorswood Nature Reserve, near Stanton, North Staffordshire (centred on NGR SK 1140 4700). The assessment and survey were carried out to provide archaeological information about the study area prior to its utilisation as an educational resource. The work was carried out during September 2003 on behalf of the Staffordshire Wildlife Trust. The assessment examined the available documentary and cartographic evidence, whilst the walkover survey was conducted in order to identify any features of potential archaeological or historical significance.