Colchester Archaeological Trust

CAT Report 291: summary

An archaeological evaluation at 15 Rawstorn Road, Colchester, Essex: October 2004
by Orr, K (with contributions from Benfield, S; Brooks, H.)

Date report completed: 10/10/2004
Location: Colchester, Essex
Map reference(s): TL9907025139
File size: 233 kb
Project type: Evaluation
Significance of the results: Neg
Keywords: Roman pottery, Victorian glass, Roman quarry, ceramic building materials

Summary. One evaluation trench was excavated at 15 Rawstorn Road, Colchester, Essex. No features of archaeological significance were recorded. Modern disturbance was encountered down to 550mm below ground-level, the ground having been deliberately made up before being used as a builder's yard. Agricultural soil which had accumulated over many centuries was encountered below this level. This soil extended to at least 1.5m depth and may seal Roman features which survive beyond the limit of the excavation.