Element record MCC1456 - Roman foundation, Sheepen, Colchester
Summary
Roman foundation discovered at Sheepen in 1933.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 98645 25285 (1m by 0m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TL92NE |
| County | ESSEX |
| Non Parish Area | COLCHESTER, COLCHESTER, ESSEX |
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Full Description
A small Roman foundation discovered during excavations at Sheepen in 1933. The foundation was lightly built and rectangular, consisting of pieces of Kentish ragstone. It measured 4ft. 6 in. to 5ft. square and was set in the fill a large ditch (ELM114).<1>
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCC119 Monograph: Hull, M. Rex. 1963. The Roman Potters Kilns of Colchester. XXI. p.141.
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Record last edited
Jan 30 2017 12:57PM