Monument record 10373 - Post medieval brick floor at Linenhall Street
Please read our guidance about the use of Cheshire Historic Environment Record data.
Summary
Archaeological investigations at Linenhall Street in 1961 identified traces of a 19th century brick floor. The investigations were carried out by F.H. Thompson and D.F. Petch primarily with the aim of identifying the Roman defences however a substantial amount of medieval and post medieval features were also identified.
The evidence consisted of a substantial area of brick floor overlying the inner edge of the Roman defensive ditch.
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Archaeological investigations at Linenhall Street in 1961 identified traces of a 19th century brick floor. The investigations were carried out by F.H. Thompson and D.F. Petch primarily with the aim of identifying the Roman defences however a substantial amount of medieval and post medieval features were also identified.
The evidence consisted of a substantial area of brick floor some 3.35m wide towards the centre of Trench 1 overlying the inner edge of the Roman defensive ditch. (1)
<1> Thompson F.H, 1969, Excavations at Linenhall Street, Chester 1961-62 (Article in Journal). SCH5894.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCH5894 Article in Journal: Thompson F.H. 1969. Excavations at Linenhall Street, Chester 1961-62. Journal of the Chester Archaeological and Historic Society. 56.
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
External Links (0)
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 |
Protected Status/Designation
Record last edited
Dec 1 2021 11:59AM