Medieval quarry pit, Collins Lane (EHER 14398)
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Summary
A single trench was excavated and recorded a single large deep pit interpreted as a quarry.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 8221 1457 (25m by 19m) Copied from linked Event. |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | WITHAM, BRAINTREE, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
1991. Trial trenching.
A single trench was excavated across a proposed development area. It produced limited evidence for occupation during the medieval period, a single large deep pit interpreted as a quarry. Pottery found dates to the 13th century with sherds of Headingham fine wares and Mill Green jugs. <1> <2> <3>
Finds
Sources
- <1> SEX39383 Evaluation Report: Havis, R.. 1991. Collins Lane, Witham: Archaeological Assessment Report.
- <2> SEX42031 Article in serial: Gilman, P.J. (ed.). 1992. Archaeology in Essex 1991. Essex Archaeology and History. 23. 98-113. Havis, R., p.102.
- <3> SEX39385 DESC TEXT: White, J.. 1992. Newspaper cuttings.
Related Events (1)
Other References
- Old SMR Number: TL81-033