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Monument record TQ 67 SW 1751 - Possible pedestal within temple complex at Springhead
Summary
A small, solidly made square structure with a foundation of concrete, reinforced with flints, and superstructure of bricks cemented with opus signinum was discovered within the temple complex at Springhead. The structure is remarkably well finished and was clearly a base or pedestal of some importance. (location accurate to the nearest 10m based on available information)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TQ 6179 7247 (2m by 1m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ67SW |
| County | KENT |
| District | DARTFORD, KENT |
| Civil Parish | SOUTHFLEET, DARTFORD, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
<1> W. S. Penn, 1958, Archaeologia Cantiana - The Romano British Settlement at Springhead, Excavataion of the Watling Street Shop and Pedestal, Site B (Article in serial). SKE53583.
<2> WS Penn, 1965, Archaeologia Cantiana, Springhead - map of Discoveries (Article in serial). SKE12613.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SKE53583 Article in serial: W. S. Penn. 1958. Archaeologia Cantiana - The Romano British Settlement at Springhead, Excavataion of the Watling Street Shop and Pedestal, Site B. Vol 72 pp 77- 110.
- <2>XY SKE12613 Article in serial: WS Penn. 1965. Archaeologia Cantiana, Springhead - map of Discoveries. Vol 80, pp 107-117. [Mapped feature: #109015 pedestal, ]
Finds (1)
Protected Status/Designation
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Event Boundary: Excavations at Springhead Roman town, Southfleet, Dartford (EKE20042)
Record last edited
Dec 9 2020 5:45PM