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Monument record TQ 56 NE 73 - Boundary ditches and pits with 3rd c material and Saxon grubenhaus
Summary
Excavations in advance of motorway construction uncovered boundary ditches and pits containing 3rd century AD material, a Roman tile oven and a Saxon grubenhaus.
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 555 674 (point) LO |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ56NE |
| County | KENT |
| Civil Parish | FARNINGHAM, SEVENOAKS, KENT |
| District | SEVENOAKS, KENT |
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Type and Period (2)
Full Description
TQ 555 675 Farningham. An area about 100 m E of Franks villa (TQ 56 NE4), on the E bank of the River Darent, was examined in advance of motorway construction. Boundary ditches and pits containing C3rd rubbish were located, as well as a tiled oven. The position of the house on the W bank was determined by trial trenching, and its limits defined. A Saxon sunken hut was located. (1,2)
<1> Arch Excavs 1975 122 (B Philp) (OS Card Reference). SKE36502.
<2> Britannia 7 1976 376 (R Goodburn) (OS Card Reference). SKE38380.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Intrusive Event: FRANKS HALL:EAST BANK SITE (Ref: EI 14788) (EKE3828)
Record last edited
Apr 14 2021 3:08PM