Element record L2583 - Neolithic axehead from Abbeyfields Farm, Newstead
Summary
FINDSPOT (Neolithic)
Location
| Grid reference | SK 52819 53360 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SK55SW |
| District | Gedling |
| Civil Parish | Newstead, Gedling |
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Full Description
A perforated axehead of light fawn-grey stone, dating to late Neo, was found on the ploughed surface of a field at Abbeyfields Farm. The find at present is at Newstead Abbey. (1)
The farmer Mr Leverton indicated the find spot at above grid ref. (2)
Historic England, 2021, National Record of Historic Environment (Digital archive). SNT5271.
<1> EMAB eds, 1965, East Midlands Archaeological Bulletin, p 29 (Published document). SNT159.
<2> Seaman BH, 1974, Pers Comm (Personal comment). SNT1252.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Sep 23 2026 3:45PM