Site of possible medieval homestead moat at Elm trees, Ashdon (EHER 46156)
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Summary
Possible medieval moated homestead represented by two sides of an extant ditch and other features.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 5963 3950 (46m by 55m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | ASHDON, UTTLESFORD, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
2006. Watching brief.
The site is bounded by extant ditches on two sides that are postulated to be the remains of a medieval moated homestead. Although much of the site has been disturbed by modern occupational activity, a large feature, possibly a medieval pit was found in the north-west corner of the site. The northern boundary ditch survives to a width of about 4m and 1.5m depth, while the eastern ditch is partially infilled. The infilled west ditch could be observed during ground clearance and the southern ditch is possibly represented by a depression in the front garden. The site could therefore be the remains of a medieval moated homestead. <1>
Finds
Sources
- <1> SEX65849 Watching Brief Report: Atkinson, M.. 2006. Elm Trees, Ashdon, Essex: archaeological monitoring and recording.