Post-medieval to modern features at land rear of 47-51 Newland Street, Witham (EHER 80144)
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Summary
Thirteen post-medieval to modern pits, one post-medieval post-hole and an undated pit and post-hole. A mixed assemblage of 17th century finds were also recovered.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 8215 1446 (19m by 28m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | WITHAM, BRAINTREE, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
September 2020. Trial trenching.
The archaeological evaluation revealed 13 post-medieval to modern pits, one post-medieval post-hole and an undated pit and post-hole. Most of the pits and postholes produced a small assemblage of domestic waste dating from the 17th century onwards, including fragments of pottery, peg-tile, unfrogged bricks, animal bone, bottle glass and clay pipe. <1>
Finds
Sources
- <1> SEX75248 Evaluation Report: Seehra, M. and Pooley, L.. 2021. Archaeological Evaluation on land to the rear of 47-51 Newland Street, Witham, Essex, CM8 2BD.