Monument record MCC2402 - Early Medieval North Hill, Colchester
Summary
Early Medieval/Roman origin, Main N to S road through town, continuation of Roman alignment.
Location
| Grid reference | TL 99398 25357 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TL92NE |
| Non Parish Area | COLCHESTER, COLCHESTER, ESSEX |
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Full Description
Early reference to 'North Street' in 1196 now North Hill & North Station Road.<1><2>
Main north south road linking North Gate with High Street, and aligned with Head Gate. Based on Roman Street alignment which no doubt continued in use in some form after Roman period, as it linked Head Gate and North Gate.
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Record last edited
Jan 24 2017 1:30PM