Monument record 8433 - Possible Roman Cultivation Layer, the Ship Inn
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Summary
At the base of a trial trench at the Ship Inn, excavated in 2008, a distinct deposit that was seen to contain Roman finds was revealed. The deposit, however, was unexcavated, but was tentatively considered to have been a Roman soil horizon, possibly cultivated soil.
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Full Description
At the base of a trial trench at the Ship Inn, excavated in 2008, a distinct deposit that was seen to contain Roman finds was revealed (1). The deposit, however, was unexcavated, but was tentatively considered to have been a Roman soil horizon, possibly cultivated soil.
<1> Earthworks Archaeological Services, 2008, Summary Report: Further Archaeological Monitoring at The Ship Inn, Handbridge, Chester, R2982 (Client Report). SCH5301.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCH5301 Client Report: Earthworks Archaeological Services. 2008. Summary Report: Further Archaeological Monitoring at The Ship Inn, Handbridge, Chester. R2982. N/A. N/A. R2982.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 407 656 (point) Approximate Position |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ46NW |
| Civil Parish | CHESTER NON PARISH AREA, CHESTER, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | CHESTER ST MARY ON THE HILL, CHESTER ST MARY ON THE HILL, CHESHIRE |
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Record last edited
Feb 8 2024 5:52PM