Source/Archive record (Unpublished document) SNT5917 - Toton Unearthed, Toton, Nottinghamshire: Report on an Archaeological Evaluation on the site of 'Manor Farm' at Toton Manor Farm Recreation Ground, June-July 2014

Title Toton Unearthed, Toton, Nottinghamshire: Report on an Archaeological Evaluation on the site of 'Manor Farm' at Toton Manor Farm Recreation Ground, June-July 2014
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Date/Year 2015

Abstract/Summary

An archaeological evaluation was undertaken at the site of Toton Manor Farm Recreation Ground in Nottinghamshire as part of the Heritage Lottery-funded community archaeology project 'Toton Unearthed'. The site is situated on deposits of alluvial riverine clays overlying river terrace gravels and the waterstones of the Mercia Mudstone Formation. Previous work at the site involved Lidar survey, geophysical (geomagnetic) survey, laser scan topographic survey, and walkover and hand topographic survey. This was done through a community venture with the help of local volunteers during April and May 2014. The evaluation identified four main phases of construction at the site: - The remains of a medieval structure were identified comprised of a stone foundation and foundation pad. This phase of activity had been heavily truncated by later activity. External yards and a boundary wall and ditch were also identified. - A 17th century structure was also identified similarly orientated and positioned to the medieval structure. This comprised of stone foundations with low brick walls which would probably have supported a wooden panel structure of wattle and daub. The floors identified were brick built. - The late 18th century building cut through much of the earlier remains. It was made up of an ā€˜L’ shaped brick building with a barrel vaulted cellar and a retaining wall to the south which may have been used in landscaping the area when the house was built. - Later additions and refurbishment were recorded from the Victorian period. - Artifacts recovered from the site date to between the 13th and 20th century.

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Description

Results of an evaluation. Report includes photographs and plans of each structural phase of building found on the site

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Referenced Monuments (5)

  • 13th-14th century Building at Toton Manor Farm Recreation Ground, Toton (Element)
  • 17th century Building at Toton Manor Farm Recreation Ground, Toton (Element)
  • 18th-19th century Farmhouse at Toton Manor Recreation Ground, Toton (Element)
  • Former Manor Farm, Toton (Monument)
  • Victorian Building Features at Toton Manor Recreation Ground, Toton (Element)

Referenced Events (1)

  • Evaluation of Toton 'Manor Farm' at Toton Manor Farm Recreation Ground

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Sep 25 2025 10:19AM

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