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Monument record TQ 85 SW 352 - Earthworks of a 12th century or earlier field system in the grounds of Leeds Castle
Summary
Earthworks of a 12th century or earlier field system in the grounds of Leeds Castle. The earthworks include a bank extending for a distance of 80 metres. It is 8 metres-10 metres wide and 0.25 metres high.
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 8311 5308 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ85SW |
| County | KENT |
| District | MAIDSTONE, KENT |
| Civil Parish | BROOMFIELD AND KINGSWOOD, MAIDSTONE, KENT |
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
TQ 83605275. Cultivation remains lie to the South of Leeds Castle, on the crest of the valley side, halfway between the Great Water and the park boundary. A low degraded bank, clearly predating recent ploughing extends for some 80m. It is 8-10m wide and 0.25m high. The crest of the valley side has been sharpened by cultivation, but since the whole spur has been ploughed in the recent past, this may be a result of that activity. (1)
<1> C.C. Taylor, 1996, Leeds Castle Park: report of archaeological field visit on 19/07/1996 (Unpublished document). SKE58527.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SKE58527 Unpublished document: C.C. Taylor. 1996. Leeds Castle Park: report of archaeological field visit on 19/07/1996.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
May 7 2025 12:41PM