Element record MCC28 - Medieval quayside wall, the Hythe, Colchester

Summary

Medieval quayside wall, structural feature/wall consisting of re-used septaria blocks (destroyed), recorded in 1994.

Location

Grid reference TM 01474 24611 (point)
Map sheet TM02SW
1848 Parish ST LEONARD
Non Parish Area COLCHESTER, COLCHESTER, ESSEX

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Full Description

Small cluster of septaria noted within a feature which had been largely destroyed. The stones were unbonded but most contained residual traces of mortar and thus appeared to be re-used. The immediate area also contained a light scatter of disturbed septaria lumps and small fragments of peg-tile. The feature appeared to be structural and if linear may be part of a wall foundation aligned north-south. The presence of peg-tile, if directly associated, would suggest a 14th century or later date for any quayside building at this location.<1>

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1> Watching Brief Report: Brooks, Howard (CAT). 1994. Colchester Eastern Approaches Road: Stage 1. p.1 & 6.

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Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

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Related Events/Activities (1)

Record last edited

Oct 20 2016 8:28AM

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