Monument record 10283 - medieval or post medieval pits at Foregate Street

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Summary

Archaeological investigations to the rear of Foregate Street in 1985 consisted of a rapidly conducted watching brief on construction works, unfortunately however the site has never been published at details of the site remain in note form only. Although the work primarily identified evidence of Roman occupation in the area, the presence of medieval or later pits are suggested.

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Archaeological investigations to the rear of Foregate Street in 1985 consisted of a rapidly conducted watching brief on construction works, unfortunately however the site has never been published at details of the site remain in note form only.

Although the work primarily identified evidence of Roman occupation in the area, the presence of medieval or later pits are suggested. (1)


<1> Chester Archaeology, 1985, Excavation Archive: Queen Street, Chester (Unpublished Report). SCH6726.

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  • <1> Unpublished Report: Chester Archaeology. 1985. Excavation Archive: Queen Street, Chester.

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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