The scheme of monitoring and recording was applied during all groundworks in accordance with an approved Written Scheme of Investigation (PCAS Archaeology- Savage 2023). The broad aim of this was to: " Determine the form and function of any archaeological features exposed. " Recover artefactual and other dating material/evidence. " To establish the sequence of, and to contextualise, any archaeological deposits encountered. During development groundworks, a 1.5 tonne excavator fitted with a toothless bucket (400mm wide) was used for the footing trenches. An experienced field archaeologist was present at all times when excavations took place. Photographs were taken using a high-resolution digital camera, and a formal written record was supplemented by a narrative account in the form of a site diary. Recording involved the use of standard PCAS Archaeology context record sheets, and a site plan was prepared at a scale of 1:100. An online record of the project data was initiated with the archaeological data service (OASIS database) and includes a digital copy of this report. The groundworks associated with redevelopment at the Former Stables At The Rear Of 13, Chequergate, Louth, did not expose any early features of archaeological interest. One single sherd within context (003) was encountered. This single sherd was recorded as a rimsherd from a jar in glazed red earthenware, fabric GRE of the Lincolnshire fabric series (Jennings 2019). This was dated between the mid-16th and 19th centuries. This pottery is a common find in the region. The linear type feature located on the western wall was not dated and was potentially related to the construction cut or nearby land drain system. Overall, it is concluded that the development impact on archaeology has been minimal.
Stanley Palmer-Brown (Thu,) studied this question.