15th-16th century boundary ditch, Bellingham Lane (EHER 16329)
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Summary
Excavations in 1983 and 1985 recorded a 15th-16th century recut of the outer bailey ditch (EHER 13376) which was interpreted as a Tudor boundary ditch.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TQ 8064 9082 (33m by 30m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | RAYLEIGH, ROCHFORD, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
June 1983 and August 1985. Archaeological excavation.
A number of features containing 15th-17th century pottery and a 15th-16th century re-cut of the outer bailey ditch were recorded. <1>
Finds
Sources
- <1> SEX37150 Article in serial: Milton, B.. 1987. Excavations at Bellingham Lane, Rayleigh, Essex. Essex Archaeology and History. 18. 39-44. p.41.
Related Events (2)
- Archaeological Intervention: Archaeological excavation by B. Milton at the former Regal Cinema site, Rayleigh Castle, Bellingham Lane, Rayleigh, 1983 (EEX57730)
- Archaeological Intervention: Archaeological excavation by B. Milton at the former Regal Cinema site, Rayleigh Castle, Bellingham Lane, Rayleigh, 1985 (EEX56065)
Other References
- Old SMR Number: TQ89-002