Monument record 11020 - Post medieval boundary ditch at the Roodee
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Summary
Archaeological investigations in the central area of the Roodee Racecourse in 2008 to the east of the present trainers pavilion identified evidence of a substantial ditch on a northeast to southwest alignment across the site. The ditch contained material of a 17th-18th century date.
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Full Description
Archaeological investigations in the central area of the Roodee Racecourse in 2008 to the east of the present trainers pavilion identified evidence of a substantial ditch on a northeast to southwest alignment across the site.
The evidence consisted of a large ditch in trench 27 in advance of the insertion of a new pumping station. The ditch contained material of a 17th-18th century date. (1)
<1> Gifford and Partners, 2008, Chester Racecourse: Owners and Trainers Pavilion. Archaeological Watching Brief, R3036 (Client Report). SCH5401.
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- <1> SCH5401 Client Report: Gifford and Partners. 2008. Chester Racecourse: Owners and Trainers Pavilion. Archaeological Watching Brief. R3036. N/A. N/A. R3036.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SJ 399 661 (25m by 30m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ36NE |
| 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
Aug 7 2024 11:58AM