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Monument record TQ 66 NW 61 - Medieval Ditches at New Barn Lane, Southfleet
Summary
Two roughly parallel ditches were located, containing a probable late bornze age sherd and a number of medieval pottery sherds. (c.12th-13th century). A V-shaped ditch was also located, containing pottery of the same medieval date. All three contained struck flints, but it is probable that all date to the medieval period. The features may relate to medieval activity in the area of Paddock Lodge.
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 6217 6949 (point) Centred |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ66NW |
| County | KENT |
| District | DARTFORD, KENT |
| Civil Parish | SOUTHFLEET, DARTFORD, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Two roughly parallel ditches were located, containing a probable late bornze age sherd and a number of medieval pottery sherds. (c.12th-13th century). A V-shaped ditch was also located, containing pottery of the same medieval date. All three contained struck flints, but it is probable that all date to the medieval period. The features may relate to medieval activity in the area of Paddock Lodge. (1)
<1> Sutton Archaeological Services, 1995, Evaluation Report on New Barn Lane, Southfleet, Evaluation report on New Barn Lane, Southfleet. Sutton arch. services, 1995. (Unpublished document). SWX7059.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SWX7059 Unpublished document: Sutton Archaeological Services. 1995. Evaluation Report on New Barn Lane, Southfleet. Evaluation report on New Barn Lane, Southfleet. Sutton arch. services, 1995..
Finds (1)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Intrusive Event: Evaluation at New Barn Lane, Southfleet (EKE8325)
Record last edited
Apr 22 2013 2:01PM