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Monument record TQ 96 SW 210 - Possible quarry, observed during foundation trenching at 37 East Street, Sittingbourne
Summary
A large feature or series of intercutting features (?), were observed during foundation trenching at 37 East Street, Sittingbourne. They were interpreted as being the remains of a possible quarry (?).
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 9109 6356 (point) Estimated from sources |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ96SW |
| Civil Parish | SITTINGBOURNE, SWALE, KENT |
| District | SWALE, KENT |
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
A large feature or a series of smaller features (?) were observed during the watching brief, cutting the natural subsoil. The feature edges had a greenish tinge, suggesting the feature(s) once contained water or cess. The feature(s) had been backfilled with dump deposits before the post medieval buildings (TQ 96 SW 211) had been built on top of them. The report suggests the feature(s) may relate to undated quarrying in the area [1].
<1> Canterbury Archaeological Trust, 2003, An archaeological watching brief during groundworks relating to the construction of new flats at 37 East Street, Sittingbourne, Swale, Kent (Unpublished document). SKE12469.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SKE12469 Unpublished document: Canterbury Archaeological Trust. 2003. An archaeological watching brief during groundworks relating to the construction of new flats at 37 East Street, Sittingbourne, Swale, Kent.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Intrusive Event: Watching Brief at 37 East Street, Sittingbourne, Swale (Ref: Site Code : ESSK/WB-03) (EKE8787)
Record last edited
Apr 12 2005 10:24AM