Monument record 10343 - post medieval building at the Eastgate

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Summary

Archaeological investigations carried out during repairs to a mains sewer in Foregate Street in 1972 recorded traces of post medieval masonry close to the line of the city walls. The evidence comprised the foundations of a building of a possible 17th century date constructed against the medieval wall.

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Archaeological investigations carried out during repairs to a mains sewer in Foregate Street in 1972 recorded traces of post medieval masonry close to the line of the city walls. The evidence comprised the foundations of a building of a possible 17th century date constructed against the medieval wall. (1)


<1> multiple authors, 1973, Excavation Reports and Summaries, p15 (Article in Journal). SCH5782.

<2> Anon, 1973, September 1973: North West Newsletter. Excavations (Article in Journal). SCH6497.

<3> Alebon P.H. Davey P.J. & Robinson J., 1976, The Eastgate, Chester, 1972 (Article in Journal). SCH5912.

Sources/Archives (3)

  • <1> Article in Journal: multiple authors. 1973. Excavation Reports and Summaries. Cheshire Archaeological Bulletin. Pilot Issue. p15.
  • <2> Article in Journal: Anon. 1973. September 1973: North West Newsletter. Excavations. Council for British Archaeology. Group 5 Newsletter North West. No. 22.
  • <3> Article in Journal: Alebon P.H. Davey P.J. & Robinson J.. 1976. The Eastgate, Chester, 1972. Journal of the Chester Archaeological and Historic Society. 59.

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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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Jul 4 2024 1:34PM