Monument record 11219 - Post medieval flood defences at the Meadow
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Summary
A low earthwork, interpreted as a possible flood defence, is recorded along the riverbank at the Meadows. Although the date of this feature is unknown, it is conjectured that it may be of an 18th century date contemporary with the flood defences at the Roodee.
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Full Description
<1> Chester Archaeology, 1993, The Meadows Chester: Archaeological Audit, September 1993, R2051 (Client Report). SCH4140.
A low earthwork, interpreted as a possible flood defence, is recorded along the riverbank at the Meadows. Although the date of this feature is unknown, it is conjectured that it may be of an 18th century date contemporary with the flood defences at the Roodee.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCH4140 Client Report: Chester Archaeology. 1993. The Meadows Chester: Archaeological Audit, September 1993. R2051. S0062. N/A. R2051.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 41 66 (point) Approximate Position |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ46NW |
| Civil Parish | CHESTER NON PARISH AREA, CHESTER, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | CHESTER ST MARY ON THE HILL, CHESTER ST MARY ON THE HILL, CHESHIRE |
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Record last edited
Feb 5 2024 3:38PM