Prehistoric pits and undated ditches, Manheim Auctions site (EHER 45984)
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Summary
An archaeological evaluation was carried out in advance of the construction of a new car storage area, which uncovered a small pit or post hole of prehistoric date. A number of undated ditches and gullies were also excavated.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 097 240 (333m by 281m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | FRATING, TENDRING, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
Evaluation, 2002
An archaeological evaluation consisting of nineteen trenches was carried out ahead of the construction of a new car storage area. Known cropmark complexes comprising probable trackways, boundaries, enclosures and pits occur in the vicinity and to the southeast of the development area (EHER 2635, 2522, 2622, 2536)
The evaluation uncovered a small pit or posthole of prehistoric date and a ditch of medieval date (detailed in EHER 81819). A number of undated ditches and gullies were also excavated. The features were concentrated in the western part of the site.
Archive: Colchester Museum <1>
Sources
- <1> SEX65321 Evaluation Report: Peachey, M.. 2003. Manheim Auctions, Colchester Road, Frating, Essex: Archaeological Trenching Evaluation.