Roman timber stakes possibly remains of a bridge, 'Braughing road river crossing', on the bank of the River Cam (EHER 9563)
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Summary
A series of wooden stakes found in the bank of the river at the position the Roman road crosses it were interpreted as the remains of a bridge or ford structure.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 5023 4283 (16m by 20m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | GREAT CHESTERFORD, UTTLESFORD, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
1992. Watching brief.
A series of wooden stakes found in the bank of the river at the position the Roman road crosses. This clearly indicates the location of a bridge or ford structure. <1>
Also found during the dredging was a large piece of jet, identified by specialists from Chelmsford museum. <2>
Three photos of stones and timber post dredged from the ford and the River Cam. <3>
See also <4>.
Finds
Sources
- <1> SEX30321 PERSONAL OBSERVATION: Dey, P.E.. unknown. Personal comment to ECC Archaeology Section.
- <2> SEX30322 Unpublished document: Unknown. 1992. Roman Jet.
- <3> SEX64040 Photograph: Unknown. 1992. 3 photos of stones and timber dredged from the river 25/4/92.
- <4> SEX72792 Monograph: Medlycott, M.. 2011. The Roman Town of Great Chesterford. Gazetteer 149, p.251.
Related Events (1)
Other References
- Old SMR Number: TL54