Site Event/Activity record ECC4425 - Archaeological monitoring and recording at 30 Northgate Street, Colchester, 2020

Location

Location 30 Northgate Street, Colchester, CO1 1EZ
Grid reference Centred TL 9951 2552 (5m by 4m)
Map sheet TL92NE
County ESSEX
Non Parish Area COLCHESTER, COLCHESTER, ESSEX

Technique(s)

Organisation

Colchester Archaeological Trust Ltd

Date

February 2020

Map

Description

Colchester Archaeological Trust observed the groundworks for a new extension to the rear of the property in February 2020. An area measuring 11.4m² was reduced by 0.32-0.5m. Two layers were recorded:n topsoil, 0.12m thick and an 'accumulation layer', described as 'a firm, moist dark grey/brown silt'. No archaeological features or material were encountered as excavations did not extend below modern layers.<1>

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1> Watching Brief Report: Hicks, Elliott. 2020. Archaeological monitoring at 30 Northgate Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1EZ: February 2020. CAT Report 1525.

Related Monuments/Buildings (0)

Record last edited

Mar 26 2020 1:19PM

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