Monument record 12011 - Post Medieval Fill of Possible Medieval Town Ditch, Roman Gardens
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Summary
Archaeological monitoring carried out during refurbishment works at the Roman Gardens revealed possible evidence of the medieval defensive ditch (CHER 12001/3) along the eastern length of the city walls. Although not fully excavated, the feature was filled with a later post medieval fill (this monument).
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Full Description
Archaeological monitoring carried out during refurbishment works at the Roman Gardens revealed possible evidence of the medieval defensive ditch (CHER 12001/3) along the eastern length of the city walls. The linear feature was identified in Trench 2 running north – south at a depth of 0.8m below ground level. Although not fully excavated, the feature was filled with a (presumably) later post medieval fill (this monument) (1).
<1> L - P Archaeology, 2012, Archaeological Watching Brief Report: Chester Roman Gardens, R3337 (Client Report). SCH6820.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCH6820 Client Report: L - P Archaeology. 2012. Archaeological Watching Brief Report: Chester Roman Gardens. R3337. N/A. N/A. R3337.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 4077 6606 (point) |
|---|---|
| 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
Jul 4 2024 1:37PM