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Monument record TQ 76 NW 134 - Roman, medieval and post medieval structures, Prior's gate house, Rochester
Summary
During excavations by the Prior's Gate house north east of the Bishops Palace, a section of Roman Rampart and wall were found. A substantial Norman building was also revealed dating to earlier than c.1150. The east wing of the Palace and various medieval and post medieval structures were also found. Finds included several Roman, Anglo Saxon and medieval coins, medieval tiles and much pottery and small finds from all periods
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 7419 6846 (point) Centred |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ76NW |
| Civil Parish | ROCHESTER & CHATHAM, MEDWAY, KENT |
| County | KENT |
| Unitary Authority | MEDWAY |
Map
Type and Period (4)
Full Description
[TQ 7421 6847 - sited to Prior's Gate House]. Site which comprises the front garden of Prior's Gate House (LB listing no.173133; Grade II) and lies to the east and north of the only surviving (above ground) part of the Bishop's Palace. Excavations revealed a section of Roman Rampart and wall; a substantial Norman building 39ft by 18ft, earlier than c.1150; the east wing of the Palace and various medieval and post medieval structures. Finds included several Roman, Anglo Saxon and medieval coins, medieval tiles and much pottery and small finds from all periods. (1)
<1> Harrison, A. C. and Williams, D., 1980, Excavation at Prior's Gate House, Rochester 1976-77 (Article in serial). SKE12505.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1>XY SKE12505 Article in serial: Harrison, A. C. and Williams, D.. 1980. Excavation at Prior's Gate House, Rochester 1976-77. Vol.XCV 19-36. [Mapped feature: #23669 structures, ]
Finds (6)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Intrusive Event: Excavation at Prior's Gate House, Rochester (Ref: EI 15211) (EKE4130)
Record last edited
Aug 2 2021 2:00PM