Source/Archive record SEX62006 - Archaeological excavations at 67-76 Hythe Hill, Colchester, Essex
| Title | Archaeological excavations at 67-76 Hythe Hill, Colchester, Essex |
|---|---|
| Author/Originator | Benfield, S |
| Date/Year | 2001 |
Abstract/Summary
Earliest occupation on site dated to 12th- 13th Century extending to the 16th Century,
Description
Excavation of trenches for a new building fronting onto Hythe Hill. April 2001 A few prehistoric finds and small quantities of Roman building material indicate possible activity in the area. Earliest occupation on site dated to 12th- 13th Century extending to the 16th Century, consisting of a number of pits and some small pits or postholes indicating a possible building. During the 17th C the street frontage was built up and occupied by a series of timber framed buildings, probably three properties.
Location
Colchester Museum Colchester Museum
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Record last edited
Nov 5 2015 12:29PM