Excavations and auger survey by the University of Chicago at Clacton Golf Course, 1969-1970. - EEX10481

A datum line located at right angles to the estimated direction of the Clacton Channel and cross the south part of it was established. Initial cuttings measuring 2m x 2m were made at intervals along the datum line to investigate the nature of the Clacton Channel deposits in this area. At the same time, a series of boreholes was made along the western side of the hawthorn scrub, parallel to the edge of fairway using a mechanical auger. Additional boreholes were made around the southern end of the datum line in order to try to find the south bank of the Clacton Channel. A larger cutting was excavated in 1969 and work continued here until October 1969. In 1970 work resumed and a larger excavation area was opened up, expanding the 1969 area to its north and east.