Landscape record TR 03 NW 119 - Mesolithic flint assemblage, Cheeseman's Green

Summary

Large-scale excavations by Wessex Archaeology for CgMS Consulting on the land at Cheeseman's Green revealed a large quantity of Mesolithic artefacts in situ from across the site. Due to the nature of their deposition it is thought to have been part of a buried land surface. The assemblage, which was seen in areas 4 N and 9 A is considered to be of regional importance.

Location

Grid reference Centred TR 0251 3978 (93m by 101m)
Map sheet TR03NW
County KENT
District ASHFORD, KENT
Civil Parish SEVINGTON, ASHFORD, KENT

Map

Type and Period (1)

Full Description

Test-pitting uncovered numerous flint finds from across the site but particularly in Areas 4N and 9 to a weight of almost 10kg. The finds were in good condition and found in situ. It is thought that these finds were part of a buried land surface. At the time of deposition the land-surface is thought to have been drier and more stable (1)


<1> CgMs Consulting, 2014, Post excavation assessment and updated project design, Land at Cheeseman's Green, Ashford, Kent (Unpublished document). SKE32169.

<2> CgMs Consulting, 2011b, Archaeological evaluation report: land at Cheeseman's Green Phase 1 First Stage Roadworks and Enabling Works (Unpublished document). SKE51842.

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1> Unpublished document: CgMs Consulting. 2014. Post excavation assessment and updated project design, Land at Cheeseman's Green, Ashford, Kent.
  • <2> Unpublished document: CgMs Consulting. 2011b. Archaeological evaluation report: land at Cheeseman's Green Phase 1 First Stage Roadworks and Enabling Works.

Finds (1)

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Related Monuments/Buildings (0)

Related Events/Activities (2)

  • Intrusive Event: Archaeological Evaluation Report: Land at Cheesemans Green: Phase 1 - First Stage Roadworks and Enabling Works (EKE14742)
  • Intrusive Event: Strip, map and sample excavations, Land at Cheeseman's Green, Ashford, Kent, 2014 (Ref: DH/KB/10063) (EKE16022)

Record last edited

Jul 30 2024 10:55AM