Neolithic worked flints from east of Manor Farm (EHER 4804)
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Summary
A possible Neolithic site is indicated by finds of flint flakes, a rough axe, various scrapers and hammer stones.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | TL 5129 4262 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | GREAT CHESTERFORD, UTTLESFORD, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
Neolithic site - flakes, a rough axe, various scrapers and hammer stones mainly in black flint, and larger than usual. Sited to area TL 513 426 from geographical co-ordinates. <1>
See also <2>.
April 1950. Field survey.
Several cores and flakes found on the surface. <3>
NRHE data transfer: no new information.
Finds
Sources
- <1> SEX1340 Article in serial: Morris, G.. 1923. Some Neolithic Sites in the Upper Valley of the Essex Cam. Essex Naturalist. 20. 49-68, 296-297. p.60.
- <2> SEX72792 Monograph: Medlycott, M.. 2011. The Roman Town of Great Chesterford. Gazetteer 158, p.253.
- <3> SEX52658 RECORD SHEET/FORM: Ordnance Survey. 1950-1990. OS cards. TL54SW28, 1950.
Related Events (1)
Other References
- Old SMR Number: TL54-052
- NRHE identifier: 374299
- National Monuments Record: TL 54 SW 28