Possible early medieval aisled barn, the Eastgate site, Crown Orchard, Great Chesterford (EHER 4965)
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Summary
At the south end of the site an early medieval structure was found, of rows of post holes forming an L-shaped aisled building, probably a barn.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 505 429 (52m by 114m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | GREAT CHESTERFORD, UTTLESFORD, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
1980-1981. Archaeological excavation and watching brief.
At the south end of the site an early medieval structure was found, of rows of post holes forming an 'L-shaped' aisled building, probably a barn. It was built over the former Roman ditches on a compacted chalk base. <1>
Site Assessment: Early medieval=Saxon?
Sources
- <1> SEX17246 Excavation Report: Collins, A.E.. 1983. The Eastgate Excavation.
Other References
- Old SMR Number: TL54-044X