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CAT Report 286: summary

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An archaeological watching brief on new fence posts and information board in lower Castle Park, footings at the cafe, and three new benches in upper Castle Park, Colchester, Essex
by Orr, K

Date report completed: 10/10/2004
Location: Colchester town centre, Essex
Map reference(s): TL99932560
File size: 415 kb
Project type: Watching brief
Significance of the results: Neg
Keywords: Scheduled Ancient Monument, Colchester castle, medieval, post-medieval, ceramic building materials

Summary. The watching brief was carried out during the digging of small holes for new fence posts in Lower Castle Park. The Castle Park is protected as a scheduled ancient monument. No features of archaeological significance were disturbed by the groundworks.