Roman pit and undated ditch and gully at Omega Cottage, Newmarket Road, Great Chesterford (EHER 45211)
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Summary
Evidence for domestic settlement activity in the Roman period with some post medieval disturbance.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 5047 4311 (25m by 22m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | GREAT CHESTERFORD, UTTLESFORD, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
2002. Archaeological excavation and watching brief.
The truncated remains of two Roman pits were identified, and a further ditch and gully which were undated. The study area had been significantly disturbed by post-medieval activity including a possible backfilled gravel quarry, and a large robber trench which followed the proposed line of the Roman town wall. <1>
See also <2>.
Finds
Sources
Related Events (2)
- Archaeological Intervention: Archaeological excavation and watching brief by The Heritage Network Ltd (Baldock) at Omega Cottage, Newmarket Way, Great Chesterford, 2002 (Ref: HN383 / GC17) (EEX53897)
- Heritage Assessment: Desk-based Assessment by The Heritage Network Ltd (Baldock) at Omega Cottage, Newmarket Road, Great Chesterford, 2002 (EEX62472)