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Monument record TR 13 NE 84 - 8th to 9th century occupation site south of Cheriton Hill
Summary
Early medieval site discovered by watching brief on pipe trench in a coombe on the slope below Cheriton Hill and subject to further excavation. The remains were of an occupation site of late 8-early 9th century that included three rubbish pits with pottery and animal bone in the fill along with daub fragments and wattle impressions. No direct evidence of structures was encountered.
Location
Grid reference | TR 1991 3818 (point) |
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Map sheet | TR13NE |
Civil Parish | FOLKESTONE, SHEPWAY, KENT |
District | FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
<1> Canterbury Archaeological Trust, 1990, Canterbury's Archaeology 1988-1989 (Monograph). SKE6722.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SKE6722 Monograph: Canterbury Archaeological Trust. 1990. Canterbury's Archaeology 1988-1989.
Finds (3)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Intrusive Event: Watching Brief south of Cheriton Hill, 1988 (EKE20952)
Record last edited
Sep 17 2021 10:10AM