NHER 1114 (Monument record) - Medieval mere
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Summary
Geological evidence observed during a watching brief carried out by the Norfolk Archaeological Unit in 1973 suggests that this area was once part of the medieval mere.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TM17NW |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | DISS, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK |
Map
Full Description
1973.
Southwest end of Mere Street.
Demolition and rebuilding, piling watched.
Black sandy loam to 1.50m with ground water seepage in north area at 2m and geological evidence (see report in Urban Survey) suggests that this area was part of the medieval mere.
S. Dunmore (NAU), 1973.
Associated Sources (1)
- --- SNF57722 Record Card: NAU Staff. 1974-1988. Norfolk Archaeological Index Primary Record Card.
Site and Feature Types and Periods (1)
Object Types (0)
Related NHER Records (0)
Record last edited
Aug 3 2011 4:26PM