Archaeological excavation report, 02E1140 Hardwood 2, County Meath

The archaeological potential of the site was recognised during test trenching. In the process of resolving the site, a substantial area of ground within the road take was stripped of turf and topsoil. A series of features was identified and excavated. Although some of the features were caused by root activity and clearance, the majority were associated with the iron working industry. Bowl hearths and charcoal-burning kilns were the predominant form of feature. The results of radiocarbon dating have been received and this confirms that at least one feature dates from between AD 1020 and 1210.