Longforth Farm, on the outskirts of Wellington, Somerset, England, is the site of a Bronze Age landscape and an extensive medieval structure.[1]
The previously unknown site, which covers 0.4 hectares (0.99 acres),[2] was uncovered during excavations in 2013 prior to the building of 500 new houses by Bloor Homes.[3]
The stone foundations, which are covered in decorated tiles are laid out around courtyards. The remains of roof slates and glazed ceramic roof tiles have also been found.[4] The floor tiles are similar to those at Glastonbury Abbey, while the pottery finds have been dated to between the 12th and 14th centuries.[2]
References
- ^ "Longforth Farm". Wessex Archaeology. Retrieved 8 July 2013.
- ^ a b Kennedy, Maev (8 July 2013). "Medieval ruins discovered in Somerset puzzle architects". Guardian. Retrieved 8 July 2013.
- ^ "Coming Soon...A superb collection of 2, 3 & 4 bedroom homes". Bloor Homes. Archived from the original on 27 June 2013. Retrieved 8 July 2013.
- ^ Nichols, Karen. "Mystery Medieval Archaeological Site Uncovered at Somerset Housing Development". Wessex Archaeology. Retrieved 8 July 2013.
