Early-Middle Bronze Age round barrow, The Paddock (EHER 82024)
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Summary
An Early Bronze Age round barrow measuring 12m in diameter (see EHER 48267) was partially excavated in 2015 and contained a single cremation pit dated 1872-1639 cal BC. During the Middle Bronze Age a further five urned cremations were inserted into the barrow.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 8102 0873 (14m by 13m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | ULTING, MALDON, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
March-May 2015. Archaeological excavation, Area D.
An Early Bronze Age circular barrow ditch was excavated, containing struck flints and pottery, with a single central cremation pit, dated 1872-1639 cal BC. During the Middle Bronze Age a further five urned cremations were inserted into the barrow. <1>
Finds
Sources
- <1> SEX73079 Excavation Report: Gilmour, N.. 2015. Mesolithic to Post-medieval archaeology on the route of the Chelmsford Effluent Pipeline, Essex.