Medieval ditch and finds at Moat Farm, Ridgewell (EHER 80038)
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Summary
An archaeological watching brief monitored works associated with the demolition of an existing outbuilding and the erection of a one-and-a-half storey cart lodge on the same footprint. Two ditches were discovered - one medieval and one post-medieval. The finds recovered from the ditches demonstrated the presence of medieval and post-medieval buildings nearby.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 7345 4059 (19m by 18m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | RIDGEWELL, BRAINTREE, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
May 2022. Watching brief.
An archaeological watching brief monitored works associated with the demolition of an existing outbuilding and the erection of a one-and-a-half storey cart lodge on the same footprint. Two ditches were discovered - one medieval and one post-medieval. The finds recovered from the ditches demonstrated the presence of medieval and post-medieval buildings nearby.
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Finds
Sources
- --- SEX75137 Watching Brief Report: Nica, T.. 2022. Land at Moat Farm, Mill Road, Ridgewell, Essex, CO9 4SG: Archaeological Monitoring.