Watching brief report completed in 2005 that includes the monitoring of four getechnical pits that were excavated on 22 January 2004.

The finds were majority from the medieval period, usually sherds of pottery accompanied by seashells, flint and charcoal flecks. The presence of such, alongside a medieval roofing tile suggests the existence of a nearby settlement, with fairly continuous occupation from the 11th to 13th centuries possibly lasting into the post-medieval period. These medieval finds are particularly interesting as information on medieval settlement in the area is sparse.

A single sherd of possible prehistoric origin was also found on the site, as although it is considered a residual find there is good evidence for prehisotric settlement in the general area. This find appeared in one of the pits and postholes on the site.

There is evidence of prehistoric, medieval and early modern activity in the northern area of the site. The ceramics discovered suggest the existence of a medieval settlement on the site from the 11th century. (1)

Museum of London Archaeological Service, 2005, Red House Farm Substation, Herne Bay, Archaeological Watching Brief Report (Unpublished document). SKE51907.