Saxon pits at land west of Hall Road (EHER 82108)
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Summary
A 2014 excavation revealed evidence of Saxon pits, which are common feature in barrow landscapes.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 5367 2612 (145m by 155m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | ELSENHAM, UTTLESFORD, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
August to October 2014. Excavation.
Two early medieval pits were recorded on site, to the west of the ring ditch and immediately to its south-east. Both of these pits have been dated at 5th to 7th century by the pottery. It is quite common for barrows to be the foci of later Saxon activity, which would explain the later pitting around the ring ditch. <1>
Finds
Sources
- <1> SEX73075 Post Excavation Assessment Report: White, S.. 2015. Archaeological Excavations at Land West of Hall Road, Elsenham.