1 Excavation from 1963 onwards in advance of gravel extraction revealed part of a defensive ditch. To the E of the road this was up to 6.7m wide and 3m ...
A defensive bank and ditch, forming an enclosure, were found during an archaeological excavation. The enclosure was Roman in date and formed the defences surrounding the Roman town of Tripontium. The enclosure was located 1km south west of Shawell.
1 Occupation on the W side of Watling Street excavated from 1963 onwards in advance of gravel extraction. On this side occupation extends further from Watling Street but this has ...
During an archaeological excavation an area of the Roman settlement of Tripontium was found. Ditches, pits, evidence of buildings and several burials were excavated. The finds included coins and brooches. The site lies 1km west of Shawell.
