Monument record LCS 133 - Remains of a possible Modern wreck or groyne buried in shingle.

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Summary

Metal and timber remains buried in shingle - wreck? Groyne? Timber appears to be sawn through although much of it eroded by wave action. Metal sheathing bent and buckled and rusty but in fairly good condition. No other groynes visible on beach.

Location

Grid reference Centred TM 4769 6490 (6m by 6m)
Map sheet TM46SE
Civil Parish LEISTON, SUFFOLK COASTAL, SUFFOLK

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Full Description

Metal and timber remains buried in shingle - wreck? Groyne? Timber appears to be sawn through although much of it eroded by wave action. Metal sheathing bent and buckled and rusty but in fairly good condition. No other groynes visible on beach. S1

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <S1> Unpublished document: Suffolk County Council Archaeologcial Service. 2003. Assessment Report, Rapid Field Survey of the Suffolk Coast and Intertidal Zone. Allan, D. SCCAS. May 2002.

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Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

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Related Events/Activities (1)

Record last edited

Aug 12 2013 3:04PM

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