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Assess the presence of archaeological features on Gryphon Lodge Farm using magnetometry.

June 21, 2026Open Access

Gryphon Lodge Farm, Leigh, Wiltshire, Magnetometer Survey Report

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Assess the presence of archaeological features on Gryphon Lodge Farm using magnetometry.
Conducted a magnetometry survey over 4.6ha using SENSYS MAGNETO MX V3 hand-pushed cart.
Data collected at 20Hz with sensors mounted 0.5m apart.
Analyzed anomalies associated with landscape features such as banks and pits.
Identified several anomalies linked to a shallow depression, with uncertain origins.
Located discrete pit-like anomalies and linear anomalies, though their dates and functions are unclear.
Found evidence indicating land drainage and historical agricultural activity.

Abstract

Detailed magnetometry was carried out over 4.6ha within a single land parcel using a SENSYS MAGNETO MX V3 hand-pushed cart. It has 6 sensors mounted 0.5m apart, collecting data at 20Hz. A number of anomalies correspond with a shallow depression, although its origin is uncertain. Other anomalies appear to be associated with a low north to south bank within the field. A small number of discrete, pit-like anomalies have also been located as well as a number of positive linear anomalies; however, they lack clarity and their date and function is uncertain. Evidence of land drainage and agricultural activity have also been located.

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