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Monument record TR 23 NW 644 - Massive medieval ditch, possibly part of the castle, Folkestone
Summary
A massive defensive ditch of medieval date, possibly part of the castle.
Location
| Grid reference | TR 2307 3592 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR23NW |
| Civil Parish | FOLKESTONE, SHEPWAY, KENT |
| County | KENT |
| District | FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
In 2012 Canterbury Archaeological Trust carried out an evaluation on land at 22 The Bayle, Folkestone. A massive ditch was encountered, possibly relating to the castle that stood in the area (see TR 23 NW 53). The ditch had been partly backfilled with bank material and included residual material of late Roman and Mid-Saxon date. The ditch was later re-cut but it is unclear when this occurred. It remained open for a considerable length of time, eventually silting up. (1)
<1> Canterbury Archaeological Trust, 2012, An archaeological evaluation at 22 The Bayle, Folkestone, Kent (Unpublished document). SKE17599.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SKE17599 Unpublished document: Canterbury Archaeological Trust. 2012. An archaeological evaluation at 22 The Bayle, Folkestone, Kent.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Intrusive Event: Evaluation at 22 The Bayle, Folkestone (EKE11983)
Record last edited
Jul 17 2012 3:42PM