Former post-medieval field boundaries at land west of Laindon Road, Billericay (EHER 80015)

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Summary

Geophysical survey in 2024 detected historical agricultural activity comprised of former field boundaries. Historical OS maps show that these were removed during the 20th century.

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Grid reference	Centred TQ 6701 9358 (333m by 257m)
Civil Parish	BILLERICAY, BASILDON, ESSEX

Type and Period

FIELD BOUNDARY (Post Medieval - 1540 AD to 1900 AD)

Description

February 2024. Geophysical survey. Historical agricultural activity comprised of former field boundaries was recorded. Historical Ordnance Survey maps show that these field boundaries were removed during the 20th century. <1>

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<1> SEX75114 Geophysical Survey Report: Wilkinson, D. and Gaillon, C.. 2024. Land west of Laindon Road, Billericay, 2024.

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