Element record MCC471 - Roman well, Middleborough, Colchester
Summary
Roman well investigated during construction work at Middleborough (Cattle Market) in 1979.
Location
| Grid reference | TL 99286 25577 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TL92NE |
| 1848 Parish | ST PETER |
| County | ESSEX |
| Non Parish Area | COLCHESTER, COLCHESTER, ESSEX |
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Full Description
A watching brief (ECC1289) held during construction work (during the excavation of a large basement on the W side of the site) on the Royal London Insurance building at Middleborough revealed a probable Roman well which was one of three from the site along with MCC469 and MCC470. The timber-lined well was very badly damaged with only the bottom stage surviving, set into the natural, water-bearing gravel stratum. The well appears to have encroached onto the street (MON299) but the exact relationship between the two was unclear.<1>
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCC100 Monograph: Crummy, Philip. 1981. CAR 3: Excavations at Lion Walk, Balkerne Lane and Middleborough, Colchester, Essex. 3. p.182 & Fig. 144.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Oct 19 2016 11:49AM