Post-medieval pits at Gordon House, 22 Rayne Road, Braintree (EHER 80173)
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Summary
The evaluation revealed post-medieval activity at the site. Three pits represent the earliest phase of activity, dating to the mid 16th to 18th century.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 7554 2321 (55m by 68m) |
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Description
September 2020. Trial trenching.
The evaluation revealed post-medieval activity at the site. Three pits represent the earliest phase of activity, dating to the mid 16th to 18th century. Several layers of made ground were also uncovered that were possibly associated with the renovation of a cellar in the 19th century. A large quantity of animal bone is likely associated with domestic butchering waste. A moder pit was also discovered that contained CBM and a tyre.
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Sources
- --- SEX75302 Evaluation Report: Bingham, K. and Higgs, K.. 2020. Land at Gordon House, 22 Rayne Road, Braintree, Essex, CM7 2QH: Archaeological Evaluation.