Element Group record MCC2699 - Roman Sand Quarry Pits, Spring Lane Lexden
Summary
Roman Sand Quarry Pits, Spring Lane Lexden
Location
| Grid reference | TL 9725 2534 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TL92NE |
| Non Parish Area | COLCHESTER, COLCHESTER, ESSEX |
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
An archaeological watching brief along a new water-main to the east of Spring Lane, Lexden, Colchester, revealed two or three sand quarry pits dated to the Roman period. One pit contained Roman bricks which would have formed a voussoir over a door or window, indicating the presence of a high-status Roman building nearby <1>
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCC670 Watching Brief Report: Orr, Kate (CAT). 2001. An archaeological watching brief on one section of an Anglian Water main in Spring Lane, Lexden.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Nov 30 2001 12:00AM