Colchester Archaeological Trust

CAT Report 179: summary

An archaeological evaluation in the playground of Colchester Royal Grammar School, Lexden Road, Colchester, Essex: February 2002
by Holloway, B

Date report completed: 06/03/2002
Location: Colchester, Essex
Map reference(s): TL98832474
File size: 1085 kb
Project type: Evaluation
Significance of the results: Neg
Keywords: Roman ditch, earthworks, Roman pottery, small finds, coins, ceramic building materials

Summary. A single evaluation trench was excavated across the footprint of a proposed new art-block building. The aim of the evaluation was to establish the nature and condition of any archaeological remains, and to assess how any remains would be affected by the construction of the new building. The trench was excavated to natural subsoil. One linear feature was identified, probably a Roman boundary ditch.