Magnetometry Survey, Geophysical Survey at Downend Bridgewater

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 on land at Downend, Bridgwater and it has not identified any anomalies of definite archaeological interest. Linear, curvilinear and discrete anomalies have an uncertain origin; they could be archaeological, agricultural or natural. Ridge and furrow is mapped in the results, along with former field boundaries, a former pond and land drains. The remaining responses relate to areas of natural magnetic variation, underground services and disturbance from nearby ferrous objects.