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Monument record TR 34 SW 238 - Masonry structure within the grounds of Dover Priory, Dover
Summary
A masonry structure was located during excavations undertaken by KARU at Dover Priory, the remains were located on the northern side of the Medieval refectory and is a likely extension of this, possibly dating to the 14th century. (location accurate to the nearest 50m based on available information).
Location
| Grid reference | TR 3153 4159 (point) Estimated from sources |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR34SW |
| County | KENT |
| District | DOVER, KENT |
| Civil Parish | DOVER, DOVER, KENT |
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Type and Period (2)
Full Description
A masonry structure was discovered during excavation by B. J. Philp at the site of the Benedictine priory of St. Martin, founded c. 1130 and lying north-west of the town. This had been added to the north side of the original frater, perhaps in the fourteenth century, and had clay floors at least 15 by 7 metres. (1)
<1> Leslie Webster and John Cherry, 1979, Medieval Archaeology: Medieval Britain in 1978 Vol. 23 (Article in serial). SKE31826.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SKE31826 Article in serial: Leslie Webster and John Cherry. 1979. Medieval Archaeology: Medieval Britain in 1978 Vol. 23. Vol. 23 pp. 234-78.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (2)
- Event Boundary: Kent Archaeological Rescue Unit excavation to the north of the Refectory at Dover College (Ref: EI 15354) (EKE4242)
- Intrusive Event: Kent Archaeological Rescue Unit excavation to the north of the Refectory at Dover College (Ref: EI 15354) (EKE16179)
Record last edited
Apr 5 2023 11:51AM