Watching Brief (Archaeological Observation) Herefordshire
On behalf of The National Trust, groundworks were monitored for a biomass boiler and heating system at Croft Castle, Yarpole.
In Brief
Client:
The National Trust
Sector:
Built Heritage
Services:
Location:
Croft Castle Herefordshire
Key Points
- Watching Brief on behalf of The National Trust
- Observation of five areas within the castle grounds
Summary
Engineering works were monitored in five areas of the castle grounds and a record made of several archaeological features.
Post-medieval culverts and ducting were revealed; furthermore, former paths and driveways were dated and recorded and added to the historical record of the Grade I Listed building and Grade II Listed estate.
18th – 19th century culverts and the heating duct for an early 20th century greenhouse were also revealed.
Results
The project was delivered successfully within short timescales.
