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Flag Fen, Fengate, Peterborough I: Discovery, Reconnaissance and Initial Excavation (1982–85)

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  18 February 2014

Francis Pryor ,
Charles French ,
Maisie Taylor ,
J. C. Barrett  and
T. M. Halliday
Francis Pryor
Affiliation:
Fenland Archaeological Associates, Sycamore Farmhouse, Seadyke Bank, Wisbech St Mary, Wisbech, Cambs PE13 4SD
Charles French
Affiliation:
Fenland Archaeological Associates, Sycamore Farmhouse, Seadyke Bank, Wisbech St Mary, Wisbech, Cambs PE13 4SD
Maisie Taylor
Affiliation:
Fenland Archaeological Associates, Sycamore Farmhouse, Seadyke Bank, Wisbech St Mary, Wisbech, Cambs PE13 4SD
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Abstract

The discovery and initial excavation of an unenclosed, timber platform settlement site of Late Bronze Age date is described. The site is located in open Fen just off the Fen-edge at Fengate in an area of well-known prehistoric activity. The site includes the remains of a remarkably well-preserved three-aisled rectangular building, with at least two floor levels still intact. Finds include items of pottery, flint and wood. Current environmental research is outlined and the report concludes with a discussion of the site's role and status.

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Proceedings of the Prehistoric Society , Volume 52 , Issue 1 , 1986 , pp. 1 - 24
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Copyright © The Prehistoric Society 1986

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