Element record MCC1945 - Roman wall, 60 North Hill (Insula 17b), Colchester
Summary
Roman wall discovered during excavations at 60 North Hill in 1945.
Location
| Grid reference | TL 99381 25277 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TL92NE |
| County | ESSEX |
| Non Parish Area | COLCHESTER, COLCHESTER, ESSEX |
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Full Description
During excavations at 60 North Hill in 1945, a fragment of a Roman wall was discovered. The wall was built of septaria and mortar and appeared to run north-south. The wall was approximately 2ft. thick and had been built on a heavily burnt layer. This burnt layer partly consisted of broken blocks of clay 'as if from a building built of them'.<1><2>
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Record last edited
Oct 28 2016 12:12PM