Defining an indicator package to allow identification of 'cesspits' in the archaeological record

► A survey of the archaeology and bioarchaeology of 49 archaeological 'cesspits' is presented. ► A similar set of biological ecofacts and archaeological artefacts occur within these features. ► The set of remains from 'cesspits' is consistent and credibly constitutes an 'indicator package'. ► The indicator package supports accurate identification of archaeological cess and cesspits.