Site Event/Activity record ECC417 - Remains in Telephone Trench, North Hill, Colchester, 1966
Location
| Location | North Hill, Colchester |
|---|---|
| Grid reference | TL 99385 25427 (point) |
| Map sheet | TL92NE |
| Non Parish Area | COLCHESTER, COLCHESTER, ESSEX |
Technique(s)
Organisation
Colchester Archaeological Group
Date
1966
Description
In June-December 1966 a telephone trench was dug up North Hill. Some foundations were found opposite No 51 (The Peverel Hotel) according to the workmen, but these were covered up before any inspection could be made. Opposite No 41 a spring was encountered. The earth here was black and soggy, similar to the soil dredged from a river bed (apparently the cellar of 37 is continually running with water). Opposite No 37 at a depth of 5-6ft a number of rough timbers were found, also lying in a north/south direction. These timbers were rough hewn, looking more like 'off cuts' than shaped pieces. They appeared to be oak, and were sodden when taken out. Opposite No 36 an east/west foundation was seen 18" down, consisting of septaria and grey mortar.<1>
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCC112 Serial: Colchester Archaeological Group. 1958. Colchester Archaeological Group Bulletin 1, part 3. Volume 1, Number 3. Vol 10, No 2.
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
- MCC1101 Roman wall, opposite 36 North Hill, Colchester (Element)
Record last edited
Jan 21 2016 5:09PM