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The aim was to locate archaeological anomalies at the site using magnetometry.

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January 18, 2026Open Access

Geophysical Survey, Magnetometry Survey at East of Webbs Court, Lyneham, Wiltshire

Key Points

The aim was to locate archaeological anomalies at the site using magnetometry.
Conducted a detailed magnetic survey using Bartington Cart System
Followed CIfA (2020) and EAC (2016) guidelines
Set traverse interval at 1.0m and sample interval at 0.125m
No definite archaeological responses detected apart from areas of former ridge and furrow cultivation
Recorded a few uncertain linear anomalies
Many responses were attributed to naturally magnetic soils and geology
Found a service pipe running through the middle of the site

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 The magnetometer survey has not recorded any magnetic responses that could be interpreted as being of definite archaeological interest, apart from areas of former ridge and furrow cultivation. There are a few uncertain linear anomalies and many responses which reflect the naturally magnetic soils / geology. A service pipe runs through the middle of the site.

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