Monument record IKN 072 - Possible oyster or 'borrow' pits of unknown date.
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Summary
Possible archaeological features (oyster pits or 'borrow' pits), of unknown date, visible in the intertidal mud northeast of Iken Church
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 4185 5686 (4m by 2m) Centred on |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM45NW |
| Civil Parish | IKEN, SUFFOLK COASTAL, SUFFOLK |
Map
Type and Period (3)
Full Description
Possible archaeological features, of unknown date, visible as lighter areas in the intertidal mud northeast of Iken Church (TM 41775684, TM 41785686, TM 41845691 and TM 41925685). The features are vaguely rectangular and may represent eroded oyster pits or 'borrow' pits, however, it is also possible that they are actually merely natural anomalies in the mud. (S1)
Initially numbered as IKN 022 during pilot survey of intertial area. Re-numbered Nov 2004
Sources/Archives (1)
- <S1> SSF50005 Photograph: RAF. Air Photograph. 106G/UK/717 Frames 3177, 4164.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Aug 6 2013 2:17PM