Excavation

Date 2 August 2017 - 22 September 2017

Event ID 1040263

Category Recording

Type Excavation

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NT 33354 66069 A programme of archaeological work, some within the boundary of the scheduled monument, was undertaken 2 August – 22 September 2017. Two trenches (60 x 0.5 x 0.7m and 40 x 0.5 x 0.7m) were hand excavated and a watching brief was undertaken during the excavation of a gas service trench. The work revealed multiple structural features and deposition events relating to the use of the monastic abbey. Four probable inhumations were observed, as well as a significant quantity of disarticulated human bone. A small assemblage of medieval/late medieval pottery including floor tiles was recovered. The in situ burials were recorded and left in place. The disarticulated human bone was recorded and placed within the service track at discrete and recorded positions. Material and evidence of disturbance relating to the use of the area as a military camp during WW2 were also encountered.

Archive: NRHE (intended)

Funder: Ameresco Ltd on behalf of Newbattle Abbey College

Kai Wallace – AOC Archaeology Group

(Source: DES, Volume 18)

OASIS Id: aocarcha1-305481