Archaeological observation

Archaeological observation.

1 The observation of topsoil removal at 27/29 High St, Polesworth, in February 1996 revealed no archaeological features or finds other than a small quantity of post-medieval pottery.
2 Further observations of topsoil stripping in June 1997 also revealed no archaeological features or finds other than Post Medieval pottery and ceramic land drains. The modern topsoil directly overlay geological natural and it is likely that any surviving deposits from the Medieval period were destroyed during 19th century and 20th century development.