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The study aims to identify archaeological anomalies at Surfleet Bank using magnetometry.

June 11, 2026Open Access

Geophysical Survey, Magnetometry Survey at Surfleet Bank, Surfleet, Lincolnshire

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The study aims to identify archaeological anomalies at Surfleet Bank using magnetometry.
Conducted a detailed magnetic survey over approximately 6.8 hectares.
Followed CIfA (2020) and EAC (2016) guidelines for survey techniques.
Utilized Bartington Cart System with a 1.0m traverse interval and 0.125m sample interval.
No definitive archaeological anomalies were identified.
Weak linear trends were detected, likely linked to agricultural activity.
A former field boundary and a series of land drains were corroborated by historic Ordnance Survey maps.

Abstract

Detailed magnetic survey (magnetometry) was chosen as the most efficient and effective method of locating the type of archaeological anomalies which might be expected at this site. All survey techniques followed the guidance set out by CIfA (2020) and the European Archaeology Council (EAC) (2016). Bartington Cart System Traverse Interval 1.0m Sample Interval 0.125m A detailed magnetometer survey was conducted over approximately 6.8 hectares at Surfleet Bank and has not identified any anomalies of definite archaeological interest. A few weak linear trends of uncertain origin have been detected; they are most likely to be a result of agricultural activity. A former field boundary can be corroborated with historic Ordnance Survey maps of the site, while a series of land drains are also visible in the results.

Geophysical Survey, Magnetometry Survey at Surfleet Bank, Surfleet, Lincolnshire

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