Colchester Archaeological Trust

CAT Report 380: summary

Stage 2 of an archaeological evaluation at the rear of 95-96 High Street, Colchester, Essex: July 2006
by Shimmin, D

Date report completed: 30/08/2006
Location: Colchester town centre, Essex
Map reference(s): TL99872524
File size: 298 kb
Project type: Evaluation
Significance of the results: *
Keywords: Temple of Claudius, Roman arch

Summary. The second stage of an archaeological evaluation at the rear of 95-96 High Street, Colchester, Essex revealed further evidence of a large Roman foundation 1.55-1.65 m below the modern ground-level. The south face of the foundation was uncovered in one of the trenches. The foundation is part of the remains of a large Roman monumental arch leading into the precinct of the Temple of Claudius.