Chance find by unknown at South Benfleet, Castle Point, 1926 - EEX62596

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Grid reference	TQ 777 866 (point)
Map sheet	TQ78NE

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Date

01 Jan 1926 - 31 Dec 1926 at some time

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In 1926 large tiles and a spring, possibly a Roman well, were found 4 to 5ft deep in erecting a petrol pump.

Sources

<1> SEX6 Monograph: Powell, W.R.. 1963. Victoria County History, Essex, Vol III: Roman Essex (VCH). Victoria County History. p.98.

Related Monuments/Buildings (1)

EHER 7086 Roman tiles and possible well at South Benfleet (Monument)

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