Jenny Bell's Well (Holy Island)
Jenny Bell's Well during excavation in 1996. Photo by The Archaeological Practice.
Jenny Bell's Well, Holy Island, after consolidation. Photo by Northumberland County Council.
Jenny Bell's Well was first recorded on a map in the late 18th century, and was a rectangular structure with a wall or steps leading down to an open pool. The well had become covered by a large midden. The well has now been cleared and can still be seen.
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DESK BASED ASSESSMENT, Jenny Bell's Well 1994; P Ryder
EXCAVATION, Jenny Bell's Well 1996; The Archaeological Practice
EXCAVATION, Jenny Bell's Well 1996; The Archaeological Practice
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