Monument record MCC8324 - Colchester - High Street
Summary
In September 1930 a well-built Roman wall of tiles in white mortar was cut through under the N kerb of High Street directly opposite the die of the War Memorial and 40ft S of it.
Location
| Grid reference | TL 9993 2522 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TL92NE |
| Non Parish Area | COLCHESTER, COLCHESTER, ESSEX |
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Full Description
In September 1930 a well-built Roman wall of tiles in white mortar was cut through under the N kerb of High Street directly opposite the die of the War Memorial and 40ft S of it. It ran N-S and was 4ft thick. The trench was shallow so only 1ft of the height was seen. Its position is anomalous. It was recorded with measured section by EJ Rudsdale and in Lavers Diary. <1> <2>
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Nov 3 2015 11:41AM