Monument record MCC5390 - Fingringhoe Quarry, Colchester
Summary
Shallow pit uncovered with deposits of oyster and finds of Roman date.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 0331 2000 (74m by 74m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM02SW |
| Civil Parish | FINGRINGHOE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Watching brief revealed one shallow pit/ deposit c.2m x 0.5m containing oyster shell, occasional bone and Roman pottery. A fragment of lava quern was found nearby. An area of c.30m x 20m around the feature was stripped but no further features found. <1>
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SEX65100 DESC TEXT: Connell, Pat. 2003. Summary sheet.
Finds (1)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Nov 3 2015 11:41AM