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Monument record TR 06 SW 61 - Rubbish pits, one Roman and four post medieval, Faversham
Summary
Five rubbish pits were excavated at the site of the old Faversham Institute in 1986, before redevlopment of the site. The pit containing Roman pottery was sealed by a medieval deposit. The 18th to 19th century pits contained domestic debris, although no associated structures were found.
Location
| Grid reference | TR 0173 6128 (point) FCE |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR06SW |
| County | KENT |
| District | SWALE, KENT |
| Civil Parish | FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
TR01736128 Five Pits four dating from the mid 18th-mid 19th centuries and the 1st to the mid 2ndc AD. were revealed by excavations at the site of the old Faversham Institute (in c1986) prior to redevelopment. All appear to be rubbish pits, probably relating to nearby occupation, although no associated structures were encountered. The Ro pit contained pottery dating from c10AD-210AD and was sealed by a medieval deposit. (1)
<1> KAR 85 1986 108-18 (J Wilson) (OS Card Reference). SKE45459.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1>XY SKE45459 OS Card Reference: KAR 85 1986 108-18 (J Wilson). [Mapped feature: #40659 pits, ]
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Intrusive Event: OLD INSTITUTE (Ref: EI 36064) (EKE4434)
Record last edited
Nov 22 2021 3:34PM