Monument record LMD 225 - Roman scatter
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Summary
Large fragments of Roman roof, floor and flue tile and a few greyware sherds recovered from large ditch on north side of ancient woodland (STS 014).
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 8518 4940 (428m by 234m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TL84NE |
| Civil Parish | LONG MELFORD, BABERGH, SUFFOLK |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Large fragments of imbroc and tegula roof tiles, 2 flue and 1 floor tiles plus 3 greyware shards (1 MCD C3 GMB) found above thich hard packed lager of chalk and flint (with small tile inclusions) visible on north face of large ditch/water course, at circa 2.5 to 3 feet depth, on north side of the former Moseland wood a few large animal bones some with cut marks were found on the (north) opposite bank.
Note: Presumably part of villa complex STS 002 to north but on opposite side of the significant water course.
Finds to be returned to the find spot.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <S1> SSF50082 Verbal communication: Personal communication. Rob Simpson per Cpendleton (SCCAS), 5 sept 2013,(+photo in LMD 225 digital archive)..
Finds (4)
- FSF38254: ROOF TILE (Roman - 43 AD to 409 AD)
- FSF38255: FLOOR TILE (Roman - 43 AD to 409 AD)
- FSF38256: POTTERY (Roman - 43 AD to 409 AD)
- FSF38257: FLUE TILE (Roman - 43 AD to 409 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Record last edited
Nov 20 2013 4:11PM