Monument record 10205 - post medieval tanning evidence at Queen Street
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Summary
Archaeological investigations in 1996 recorded a post medieval tanning pit beneath the foundations of the mid 19th century church on Queen Street. Material recovered from the fill of the pit included quantities of horn cores, animal bone and oyster shell. No further details of the site are known.
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Full Description
Archaeological investigations in 1996 recorded a post medieval tanning pit beneath the foundations of the mid 19th century church on Queen Street. Material recovered from the fill of the pit included quantities of horn cores, animal bone and oyster shell. No further details of the site are known. (1)
<1> Chester Archaeology, 1996, Dig News (Newsletter). SCH6346.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCH6346 Newsletter: Chester Archaeology. 1996. Dig News. September1996.
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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
Oct 25 2023 12:11PM