Undated earthwork, East Tilbury, Thurrock (EHER 1822)
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Summary
Earthwork locally known as 'Soldiers' Graves', running west of the church and traceable for a distance of 1/2 mile or more, and consists of an abrupt partly artificial scarp with a ditch and external rampart at the foot.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TQ 685 769 (853m by 83m) |
|---|---|
| Unitary Authority | THURROCK, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
The circumstances and date of the find are unknown.
Earthwork locally known as 'Soldiers' Graves running west of the church and traceable for a distance of 1/2 mile or more. It is an abrupt partly artificial scarp with a ditch and external rampart at the fort". It faces south and overlooks the river. It was probably not defensive. <1>-<5>
Sources
- <1> SEX356 Monograph: RCHME. 1923. An Inventory of the Historical Monuments in Essex, Volume IV, South-East. Vol 4, p41.
- <2> SEX4 DESC TEXT: Unknown. 1960 onwards. SMR form unknown.
- <3> SEX52658 RECORD SHEET/FORM: Ordnance Survey. 1950-1990. OS cards. TQ67NE18, 1977.
- <4> SEX83 Bibliographic reference: Pevsner, N.. 1954. The Buildings of England, Essex. p154.
- <5> SEX70042 Report: Smith, J.. 2007. East Tilbury, Essex - Historic Area Appraisal. mentioned in appraisal.
Other References
- Old SMR Number: TQ67-101
- NRHE identifier: 413478
- National Monuments Record: TQ 67 NE 18