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Archaeology Notes
Event ID 736095
Category Descriptive Accounts
Type Archaeology Notes
Permalink http://canmore.org.uk/event/736095
NT29SE 66 294 937.
Excavation of the southern half of Sinclairtown Pottery (dated 1869-1900) took place in 1990-1991 in advance of development. Pottery wall foundations, a kiln base, a possible slip-drying kiln and drainage features were discovered. Large quantities of pottery wasters, in both biscuit and glazed form were found, the majority from a single square pit, interpreted as a sump.
Sponsors: Royal Bank of Scotland, Fife Regional Council, Kirkcaldy District Council.
H James 1991.
The factory was demolished in 1899 when the neighbouring linen factory was extended. The excavation, detailed above, found the remains of the floors and foundations of the building, and pits and ditches cut deeply into the subsoil.
