Monument record 8179 - Post Roman demolition layer at Deva Roman Experience
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Summary
Archaeological investigations to the rear of 30-38 Bridge Street recorded evidence of the demolition of the Roman building sometime in the early fifth century however it is unclear whether this was as a result of deliberate action or decay
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Full Description
Archaeological investigations in 1991 and 1993 at the site of the present Deva Roman Experience to the rear of 30-38 Bridge Street recorded evidence of the demolition of the Roman building sometime in the early fifth century however it is unclear whether this was as a result of deliberate action or decay (1, 2).
<1> Chester Archaeology, 1991, Commonhall Village, Chester: An Archaeological Evaluation, R2087 (Client Report). SCH4113.
<2> Ward, S. W., 1993, Deva Roman Experience, Chester: Summary of Excavations, July 1993 (Unpublished Report). SCH6694.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 40 66 (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
Mar 21 2014 2:29PM