Monument record MCC1845 - Roman building (shrine?) in Castle Park (Insula 15), Colchester
Summary
Roman building (shrine?) discovered in Castle Park (Insula 15) during excavations in 1928/9.
Location
| Grid reference | TL 99982 25370 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TL92NE |
| County | ESSEX |
| Non Parish Area | COLCHESTER, COLCHESTER, ESSEX |
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Full Description
A possible Roman shrine in Insula 15. The small rectangular building was discovered during excavations in the Castle Park in 1928/9. Only the mortar layer of the foundations survived measuring 21ft. 6in. long on the south side, 22ft. on the north side and 17ft. 4in. on the east and west. A small porch was attached on west side which was 12ft. 10in. long and 7ft. 8in. wide. The foundations were 2ft. 6in. wide. The building was interpreted as a shrine by the excavators although with some uncertainty.<1>
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCC48 Monograph: Hull, M.R.. 1958. Roman Colchester: Reports of the Research Committee of the Society of Antiquaries of London. No. XX. p.114.
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Record last edited
Dec 12 2016 11:17AM