Undated geophysical anomalies, and west of Laindon Road, Billericay (EHER 80017)

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Summary

Geophysical survey in February 2024 detected ferrous type anomalies which can be indicative of burning activity. However, this is uncertain as ferrous anomalies can also result from modern debris near the ground surface.

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Grid reference	Centred TQ 6726 9367 (327m by 264m)
Civil Parish	BILLERICAY, BASILDON, ESSEX

Type and Period

IN SITU BURNT DEPOSIT? (Unknown date)

Description

February 2024. Geophysical survey. Ferrous type anomalies detected which could be indicative of burning activities. However, this is uncertain as ferrous anomalies can also result from modern debris near the ground surface. <1>

Sources

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

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