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Monument record TQ 76 NW 354 - Compacted Roman Chalk Surface, Corporation Street, Rochester
Summary
During a watching brief at Hayward's House a compacted chalk surface was found. Believed to be Roman in date and possibly to provide a solid base to prevent beached ships form becoming stuck in the muddy-clay.
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 74388 68691 (point) Estimated from sources |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ76NW |
| Civil Parish | ROCHESTER & CHATHAM, MEDWAY, KENT |
| County | KENT |
| Unitary Authority | MEDWAY |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
<1> Canterbury Archaeological Trust, 1996, An Archaeological Watching Brief at Hayward's House, Rochester (Unpublished document). SKE12063.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SKE12063 Unpublished document: Canterbury Archaeological Trust. 1996. An Archaeological Watching Brief at Hayward's House, Rochester.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Intrusive Event: Watching Brief at Hayward's House, Rochester (EKE8332)
Record last edited
Aug 22 2007 2:47PM