Post-medieval boundary ditch at Rascasse, Silver End (EHER 80062)
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Summary
The only feature excavated was a post-medieval ditch which likely represented an out of use field boundary. The field boundary is not represented on any ordnance survey maps meaning the ditch went out of use before the late 19th century. A modern pit was also discovered but not excavated.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 8123 1999 (178m by 144m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | SILVER END, BRAINTREE, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
April 2023. Trial trenching.
The only feature excavated was a post-medieval ditch which likely represented an out of use field boundary. The field boundary is not represented on any ordnance survey maps meaning the ditch went out of use before the late 19th century. A modern pit was also discovered but not excavated.
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Finds
Sources
- <1> SEX75172 Evaluation Report: Furniss, H.. 2023. Archaeological evaluation on land at Rascasse, Sheepcotes Lane, Silver End, Essex, CM8 3PJ: April 2023.