Monument record 8091 - Roman Metalled Surface, Former St Augustine's Convent
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Summary
Metalled surface of Roman date made of sandstone chippings, overlying the natural clay subsoil.
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Type and Period (3)
Full Description
Metalled surface of Roman date composed of small sandstone fragments or chippings, overlying the natural clay subsoil, found during excavations at the former St Augustine's Convent (1). As it was not very substantial, it was interpreted as a possible path or yard (1). Overlying this surface was a 0.07m deposit containing Roman pottery, with was interpreted as a dump that was either associated with, or immediately followed the use of this surface.
<1> Gifford and Partners, 1994, Former Saint Augustine's Convent, Union Street, Chester: Report on an Archaeological Evaluation (Client Report). SCH6184.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCH6184 Client Report: Gifford and Partners. 1994. Former Saint Augustine's Convent, Union Street, Chester: Report on an Archaeological Evaluation. R3111.1a & b. N/A. N/A.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 410 662 (point) Approximate Position |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ46NW |
| Civil Parish | CHESTER NON PARISH AREA, CHESTER, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | CHESTER, CHESTER HOLY TRINITY, CHESHIRE |
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Record last edited
Apr 4 2013 3:47PM