Element record MCC751 - Early Roman oven of the Legionary Fortress, Culver Street, Colchester
Summary
Early Roman oven or furnace recorded during excavations at Culver Street between 1981-2 and 1984-5.
Location
| Grid reference | TL 99464 25095 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TL92NE |
| 1848 Parish | THE HOLY TRINITY |
| Non Parish Area | COLCHESTER, COLCHESTER, ESSEX |
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
During excavations at Culver Street between 1981-2 & 1984-5, an early Roman oven or furnace was discovered (CAT AF240) which together with other ovens (MCC750 and MCC752) and features (MCC773) represented activity during the construction phase of the Legionary Fortress (MCC477).<1>
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCC101 Monograph: Crummy, Philip. 1992. CAR 6: Excavations at Culver Street, the Gilberd School, and other sites in Colchester 1971-85. 6. p.37.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Jan 21 2017 9:24AM