Element Group record MCC3103 - Two ditches and medieval pottery, Nesfield Road, the University of Essex, Colchester
Summary
Colchester Archaeological Trust undertook a watching brief of c.6.5ha. in three Areas (A, B, C) during infrastructure works for the University of Essex’s new research park, the ‘Knowledge Gateway’ during 2010-11. In Area C1, the area for Nesfield Road (c.0.4ha.), numerous sherds of medieval (13th-14th century) pottery were recovered from a small area (probably from the colluvium). However, no cut archaeological features were encountered during topsoil stripping (using 360 degree excavators). Deep excavations defined two possible ditches F7 and F8 (in section), to the west of this concentration.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 0254 2425 (47m by 38m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM02SW |
| County | ESSEX |
| Non Parish Area | COLCHESTER, COLCHESTER, ESSEX |
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Full Description
Colchester Archaeological Trust undertook a watching brief of c.6.5ha. in three Areas (A, B, C) during infrastructure works for the University of Essex’s new research park, the ‘Knowledge Gateway’ during 2010-11. In Area C1, the area for Nesfield Road (c.0.4ha.), numerous sherds of medieval (13th-14th century) pottery were recovered from a small area (probably from the colluvium). However, no cut archaeological features were encountered during topsoil stripping (using 360 degree excavators). Deep excavations defined two possible ditches F7 and F8 (in section), to the west of this concentration. <1>
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCC1024 Watching Brief Report: Wightman, Adam (CAT). 2012. An archaeological watching brief at the Knowledge Gateway, the University of Essex, Colchester, Essex September 2010-August 2011. CAT report 638.
Finds (2)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Jan 10 2017 10:10AM