Medieval possible occupation site, South of St Peters Church, Alresford (EHER 2385)
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Summary
An area of black soil which contained a quantity of oyster shells, pottery and roofing tiles. It was noticed by Mr. J. Girling in 1960 and thought to be some sort of dwelling. Nothing is visible on air photographs.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | TM 0653 2040 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | ALRESFORD, TENDRING, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
Original HER entry merged with NRHE data import
An area of black soil which contained a quantity of oyster shells, pottery and roofing tiles. Found in 1960 by J Girling and thought to be a possible dwelling. <1> <2> Nothing visible on air photographs. <3> <4>
Finds
Sources
- <1> SEX8301 DESC TEXT: Unknown. 1960. SMR.
- <2> SEX52658 RECORD SHEET/FORM: Ordnance Survey. 1950-1990. OS cards. TM02SE29, 1977.
- <3> SEX8303 Article in serial: Erith, F.H.. 1960. Notes and Comment. Colchester Archaeological Group Bulletin. Vol 3, p46.
- <4> SEX8304 Aerial Photograph: RAF. 1950. 58/495/pt1/5103-5104.
Other References
- Old SMR Number: TM02-016
- NRHE identifier: 386388
- National Monuments Record: TM 02 SE 29