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Roman human remains and pottery sherds at Poplar Lodge, Great Chesterford (EHER 14143)

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Summary

During the laying of a sewer in the rear garden of Poplar Lodge, a whole human skeleton was uncovered.

Map

Location

Grid reference Centred TL 5044 4313 (19m by 18m)
Civil Parish GREAT CHESTERFORD, UTTLESFORD, ESSEX

Type and Period

Description

During the laying of a sewer in the rear garden of Poplar Lodge, a whole human skeleton was uncovered. Also found was a substantial quantity of Roman pottery. This included second to fourth century material. The skeleton was not lifted but left in the trench. <1> <2> Site Assessment: Probably part of a much larger cemetery within the town walls. See also <3>.

Finds

Sources

  • <1> Artifact: Scott, Mrs. unknown. PERS COMM by Mrs Scott.
  • <2> CORRESPONDENCE: Scott, Mrs. unknown. Correspondence by Mrs Scott.
  • <3> Monograph: Medlycott, M.. 2011. The Roman Town of Great Chesterford. Gazetteer 27, p.225.

Related Monuments/Buildings (1)

Related Events (1)

Other References

  • Old SMR Number: TL54

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