Monument record 8439 - Possible street surface at No 50 Bridge Street (via praetoria)
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Summary
Archaeological investigations recorded evidence of a possible road surface beneath the pavement outside No 50 Bridge Street, possibly part of the via praetoria. The via praetoria normally ran from the forward gate through the praetentura (forward section of the fortress) up to the Headquarters building (principia).
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Full Description
Traces of a metalled surface underlying the pavement in front of No 50 Bridge Street was observed in 1999 during archaeological investigations. The surface consisted of large rough red sandstone ‘tiles’ and large rounded cobblestones with evidence of metalling. Artefactual evidence from this surface was limited to a single fragment of probably residual tegulae. (1)
<1> Earthworks Archaeological Services, 1999, Alterations and Refurbishment at the Former Owen Owen Store, 44 - 52 Bridge Street, Chester, R2804 (Client Report). SCH5020.
<2> Chester Archaeology, 1999, Dig News (Newsletter). SCH6462.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 405 661 (point) 8 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| 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
May 7 2013 2:50PM