Possible Iron Age or Roman red hill, near Mill Point (EHER 14730)
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Summary
A mound was recorded on an unnamed island near the North shore of the Blackwater estuary. Its purpose is unknown but it may be an Iron Age or Roman red hill indicative of salt-making.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | TL 9640 0829 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | TOLLESBURY, MALDON, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
August 1993. Field survey.
A mound on an unnamed island near the North shore of the Blackwater estuary. One end of the island is called Mill Point (1st ed OS). The mound is not marked on the Chapman and Andre map. It was reported by R. Hall to ECC. <1> - <4>
Site Assessment = Unknown mound but most likely to be a Red Hill.
Sources
Related Events (2)
Other References
- Old SMR Number: TL 90