Monument record MCC7881 - Colchester - St Mary's Rectory
Summary
Excavations by St Mary's Rectory in 1965 showed that the town wall had been free-standing and the ramparts had been added later (usually the reverse is true).
Location
| Grid reference | TL 9924 2519 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TL92NE |
| Non Parish Area | COLCHESTER, COLCHESTER, ESSEX |
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Full Description
Excavations by St Mary's Rectory in 1965 showed that the town wall had been free-standing and the ramparts had been added later (usually the reverse is true). Building associated with early pottery found, also 3 mosaic pavements. Distribution of Claudian coins and known burnt deposits of Boudiccan date suggested the pre-Boudiccan settlement was smaller than the later walled town. <1> <2>
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Record last edited
Nov 3 2015 11:41AM