Possible Neolithic occupation, Cherry Orchard Lane Brickfield (EHER 9746)
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Summary
A watching brief recorded small features which yielded finds that suggest possible Neolithic occupation.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 860 895 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | ROCHFORD, ROCHFORD, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
1975. Watching brief and excavation.
Observation of topsoil stripping prior to brickearth extraction. The finds from small features suggest possible Neolithic occupation.<1> <2>
Finds in Southend Museum. <3>
See also <4> <5>.
NRHE data transfer: no new information.
Sources
- <1> SEX6748 Article in serial: Couchman, C. (ed.). 1977. Excavations in Essex, 1976. Essex Archaeology and History. 9. 95-106. Macleod, D., p.103.
- <2> SEX23622 MENTION: MacLeod, D.G.. unknown. SMR.
- <3> SEX5943 Artifact: Southend Museum. unknown. ARTEFACT Southend Museum.
- <4> SEX62905 Desk-Based Assessment: Medlycott, M.. 2001. Farm estates owned by Essex County Council: Desk-based assessment of heritage assets.
- <5> SEX69004 DESC TEXT: Heppell, E.. 2002. St Laurence and All Saints Church, Eastwood. Mentioned.
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events (2)
Other References
- Old SMR Number: TQ88-119
- NRHE identifier: 621769
- National Monuments Record: TQ 88 NE 75