Element record MCC63 - Medieval foundations, High Street, Colchester

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Medieval (wall?) foundations on north side of High Street, recorded in 1927.

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Grid reference TL 99645 25230 (point)
Map sheet TL92NE
1848 Parish ST RUNWALD
Non Parish Area COLCHESTER, COLCHESTER, ESSEX

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Brick and rubble wall approximately two feet thick situated beneath pavement in front of junction between the 'Hippodrome' and No.132.<1> This was originally though to be Roman but is now considered medieval in date.<2>

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1> Article in serial: Rudsdale, E. J. (Mr). 1928. Discovery of Roman Remains at Colchester, October 1928. p.132.
  • <2> Article in serial: Shimmin, Don and Carter, G. (CAT). 1996. Excavations at Angel Yard, High Street, Colchester, 1986 and 1989. p.63.

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Oct 20 2016 10:51AM

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