Monument record MCC4839 - Camping Ground, Dedham
Summary
The medieval recreation ground, and possibly the fair green
Location
| Grid reference | TM 0602 3311 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM03SE |
| Civil Parish | DEDHAM, COLCHESTER, ESSEX |
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Full Description
The recreation ground or 'camping close' as it was known in the rentals was sited next to the archery butts. It was open communal ground used for recreational purposes. It is possible that the annual fair on St Thomas' Day was also held here (fair-grant 1383). Rented in 1617-40 to the Grammar School, then passed into private ownership. <1>
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SEX53889 DESC TEXT: Medlycott, Maria. 1999. Dedham Historic Town Project Assessment Report.
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Record last edited
Nov 3 2015 11:41AM