Monument record MCC2019 - Roman building, St Helen's Lane, Colchester
Summary
Roman building discovered during excavations along St Helen's Lane in 1955.
Location
| Grid reference | TL 99710 25437 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TL92NE |
| County | ESSEX |
| Non Parish Area | COLCHESTER, COLCHESTER, ESSEX |
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Type and Period (2)
Full Description
During amateur excavations on a site along St Helen's lane in 1955 (ECC935), remains of a Roman building were discovered. The foundations of the building were revealed at a depth of 2ft. 8''. In addition a red tessellated pavement was found at a depth of 2ft. situated in the middle of the east side of the building. Three interior east-west partitions were recorded.<1>
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCC172 CORRESPONDENCE: Gant, Leonard, H.. 31/01/1956. Colchester SMR file: 'St Helens Lane, amateur excavation 1957..
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Oct 31 2016 11:06AM