Post-medieval rubbish pits on the site of Kings Head Stables, Back Lane (EHER 48098)
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Summary
Archaeological monitoring uncovered a series of four large early 18th century rubbish pits.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TQ 8760 9047 (24m by 25m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | ROCHFORD, ROCHFORD, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
August 2002. Watching brief.
The archaeological monitoring of groundworks associated with the construction of a new dwelling on the site of the former Kings Head Stables uncovered a series of four large early 18th century rubbish pits. The pits were backfilled and out of use by the 19th century, when the site was redeveloped as stabling serving the adjacent Kings Head coaching inn. No archaeological features pre-dating the 18th century pits were present on site. <1>
Sources
- <1> SEX71014 Report: Garwood, A.. 2002. Kings Head Stable, Back Lane, Rochford.