Archaeological Evaluation at the Former Government Offices, Brooklands Avenue, Cambridge

Evaluation trenching in an area to the south of Cambridge not previously examined, revealed evidence of Roman agricultural or horticultural practice. Broadly at right angles to the nearby Via Devana, which approached Roman Cambridge from the south, the features may well form part of the extensive hinterland serving the nearby town. The features dated to the 1st and 2nd century. Later features indicated an early post medieval presence on the site. The area has been largely undisturbed for many years and survival is likely to be good