Monument record 11452 - Post medieval soil layer, Union Street, Chester

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Summary

Evidence of a layer of clay loam under 20th century construction layers was recorded during archaeological investigations at Union Street in 2014. This could represent a relic soil dating to the early 19th century park and terrace houses located on this site prior to the construction of the City baths in the late 19th century.

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Full Description

<1> L-P Archaeology, 2015, Archaeological Watching Brief Report: Chester City Baths, R3788 (Client Report). SCH7857.

Evidence of a layer of clay loam under 20th century construction layers was recorded during archaeological investigations at Union Street in 2014. This could represent a relic soil dating to the early 19th century park and terrace houses located on this site prior to the construction of the City baths in the late 19th century.

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1> Client Report: L-P Archaeology. 2015. Archaeological Watching Brief Report: Chester City Baths. R3788. CHE/US 14. N/A. R3788.

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Location

Grid reference SJ 410 663 (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 2019 2:41PM