Later prehistoric to early medieval cropmark of possible enclosure near Homefield and Abbot's Grove Cottages (EHER 81261)
Please read our guidance about the use of Essex Historic Environment Record data.
Summary
The cropmarks of a D-shaped enclosure can be seen on aerial photographs. This possible later prehistoric enclosure, with cropmarks of internal pits, is situated to the south of Sturmer and near to Homefield and Abbot's Grove Cottages. A very faint cropmark of a ditch, possibly a post medieval field boundary, cuts across the western side of the enclosure.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | TL 6939 4341 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | STURMER, BRAINTREE, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
NRHE data transfer:
The cropmarks of a D-shaped enclosure can be seen on EH Reconnaissance aerial photographs taken in 2010. This possible later prehistoric enclosure, with cropmarks of internal pits, is situated to the south of Sturmer and near to Homefield and Abbot's Grove Cottages at TL 6939 4341. A very faint cropmark of a ditch, possibly a post medieval field boundary, cuts across the western side of the enclosure. <1>
Sources
- <1> SEX75778 Collection: Various. Various. Historic England Archive. NMR 26832_023-025 09-JUL-2010.
Related Events (1)
Other References
- NRHE identifier: 1587381
- National Monuments Record: TL 64 SE 66