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Monument record TR 24 SE 86 - Post-medieval graves at River Parish Church
Summary
Post-medieval burials recorded during evaluation in April 1999 prior to construction of a new south aisle.
Location
| Grid reference | TR 29050 43460 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR24SE |
| District | DOVER, KENT |
| Civil Parish | RIVER, DOVER, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
An evaluation carried out in April 1999 as a condition of the construction of a new south aisle on River Parish Church found a high density of burials, all thought ot be of post-medieval date. Several of the graves were intercutting, indicating prolonged useage of teh area for burial. Two burial vaults were also inspected, revealing the presence of poorly preserved wooden coffins, lined with lead. (1)
<1> Canterbury Archaeological Trust, 1998, Archaeological Evaluation at River Parish Church, River, Near Dover. May 1998. (Unpublished document). SKE7661.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SKE7661 Unpublished document: Canterbury Archaeological Trust. 1998. Archaeological Evaluation at River Parish Church, River, Near Dover. May 1998..
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Intrusive Event: Evaluation at River Parish Church. (Ref: RCD98) (EKE5697)
Record last edited
Jul 17 2001 12:00AM