Element Group record MCC2021 - Roman pit-like feature, 147 Lexden Road, Colchester
Summary
Roman pit-like feature discovered during excavations at 147 Lexden Road between 1960 and 1965.
Location
| Grid reference | TL 97672 25212 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TL92NE |
| County | ESSEX |
| Non Parish Area | COLCHESTER, COLCHESTER, ESSEX |
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
During excavations at 147 Lexden Road, a Roman gully or rubbish pit was revealed. This was cut into a deposit of clay, chalk, ash and sand which may have formed part of a floor. The feature was dated to the period immediately prior to the Boudican revolt and was overlain by a thin burnt layer.<1>
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCC174 Unpublished document: Brasier, M. D.. Unknown. Colchester SMR file: '147 Lexden Road, "Somerford..
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Jan 24 2017 11:24AM