Element record MCC629 - Roman timber-lined drain, Balkerne Hill, Colchester
Summary
Roman timber-lined drain discovered during excavations at Balkerne Lane between 1973-6
Location
| Grid reference | TL 9918 2516 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TL92NE |
| 1848 Parish | ST PETER |
| Non Parish Area | COLCHESTER, COLCHESTER, ESSEX |
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Full Description
During excavations at Balkerne Lane between 1973-6 (ECC332) a possible Roman timber-lined drain was discovered which pre-dated the later drainage system (see MCC630-MCC634 and MCC617) along the main Colchester to London Road (MCC475). Traces of the drain were located about 2m north of a strip-house (MCC589) which fronted onto the street. The drain was of uncertain date.<1>
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCC100 Monograph: Crummy, Philip. 1981. CAR 3: Excavations at Lion Walk, Balkerne Lane and Middleborough, Colchester, Essex. 3. p.138.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Oct 14 2016 4:31PM