Evaluation by J Stevenson of SCAU prior to a residential development. Two pits of likely prehistoric origin, containing large amounts of charcoal and burnt flints, were found, although no definitive dating material was present. No evidence for Roman activity was seen despite the proximity of the villa site just to the south-west. A compact layer of building rubble seen in three trenches was thought to relate to the demolition of an 18th century farmstead that is known to have existed here. No evidence of any Medieval material that would have suggested an earlier phase to the farmstead was found. A subsequent watching brief was recommended, but was conducted too late in the development process to reveal any further material.