Monument record BSE 779 - Possible medieval Abbey precinct ditch or medieval road at Crown Street, Bury St Edmunds
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Summary
Part of a possible medieval ditch representing perhaps the Abbey precinct ditch or a medieval road
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 8559 6393 (30m by 73m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TL86SE |
| Civil Parish | BURY ST EDMUNDS, ST EDMUNDSBURY, SUFFOLK |
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
1996: During the monitoring of replacement drains in Crown Street a possible ditch was identified around the junction of Crown Street and Honey Hill. This substantial feature contained Medieval pottery and extended for 3.5m. It has been intepreted as possibly part of the Abbey precinct ditch or the medieval precursor to Crown Street. (S1)
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SSF62577 Unpublished document: Tester, A.. 1996. Monitoring Report for Bury St Edmunds Sewer Replacement Scheme Phase IIIA.
Finds (2)
- FSF57352: PEG TILE (Medieval - 1066 AD to 1539 AD)
- FSF57353: OYSTER SHELL (Medieval - 1066 AD to 1539 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Nov 17 2025 2:52PM