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Findspot record TR 26 NE 161 - Human remains and lead coffin, Coldharbour, St. Nicholas at Wade parish
Summary
Human remains were reportedly found on at this location during work to repair storm defences by the Southern Water Authority. The finds were apparently made in the sediments beneath the shingle. A lead coffin has also been reported from the site although this has since been sold for scrap. No further information about these discoveries was available.
Location
| Grid reference | TR 252 693 (point) FCE |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR26NE |
| County | KENT |
| District | THANET, KENT |
| Civil Parish | ST NICHOLAS AT WADE, THANET, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
<1> Perkins D R J 1992 Notes on Archaeological Sites in the Inter-tidal zone between Minnis Bay and Recu (OS Card Reference). SKE48509.
<2> Trust For Thanet Archaeology, 1991, Intertidal Zone Minnis Bay-Reculver (Unpublished document). SWX7082.
Sources/Archives (2)
Finds (1)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Non-Intrusive Event: Desk based assessment of the North Thanet Shore (EWX6617)
Record last edited
Jul 29 2024 8:36PM