Chance find by unknown person, Culverts Farm, Boreham, Chelmsford, 17th century - EEX63504

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Grid reference	TL 7670 0939 (point)
Map sheet	TL70NE
Civil Parish	BOREHAM, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX

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01 Jan 1601 - 31 Dec 1700

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It was reported in the 18th century that 'about 90 years ago Roman urns were found on a part of the farm called the Decoy near the orchard'.

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--- SEX6 Monograph: Powell, W.R.. 1963. Victoria County History, Essex, Vol III: Roman Essex (VCH). Victoria County History. p. 51.

Related Monuments/Buildings (1)

EHER 5702 Roman urns, Culverts Farm (Find Spot)

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