12th to 15th century occupation and possible structures at Bushett Farm, Great Bardfield (EHER 80137)
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Summary
Excavations at Bushett Farm revealed to distinct phases of occupation including that from the 12th to 15th centuries. Evidence included ceramic materials dating to the 12th to 14th centuries at the south-eastern end of the site within pits, post holes and possible beam slots which hint at the presence of structures
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 6730 2837 (24m by 22m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | GREAT BARDFIELD, BRAINTREE, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
2017. Excavation.
Evidence for structures and occupation dating from the 12th to 15th centuries include pits, post holes and possible beam slots. The first and second group of features dated from the 12th to 14th centuries, the third from the 15th to 16th centuries. Within these features was found spanning from the 12th to 15th centuries which suggests that the assemblage may relate to the 14th century hall house recorded in documentary evidence. <1>
Finds
Sources
- <1> SEX75246 Excavation Report: Fairbairn, J.. 2018. Archaeological Excavation At Bushett Farm, Great Bardfield, Essex, 2018.