Medieval to Post-medieval demolition layer, 'The Butchers' (EHER 46645)
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Summary
An archaeological evaluation by Channel 4’s Time Team Two test pits at the rear of 'The Butchers'.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | TM 1229 1562 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | ST OSYTH, TENDRING, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
An archaeological evaluation by Channel 4’s Time Team Area 2: A series of test pits and trial trenches in a number of buildings in the town.
Test Pit 4 contained apparent demolition layers and demolished wall with a possible midden material below. Earliest dating is medieval in midden material.
Test Pitt 5 Post-medieval deposits along with a possible robbed out wall. A possible medieval deposit was located at the base.<1>
Sources
- <1> SEX68272 Evaluation Report: Wessex Archaeology. 2005. St Osyth, Essex. An Archaeological Evaluation of the Town of St Osyth and an Assessment of the Results.. pg 17.