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Monument record TQ 76 NW 799 - Post medieval rubbish deposits, Northgate, Rochester
Summary
Brickearth extraction pits were used for dumping rubbish in the post medieval period. Earlier material was also found.
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 7435 6861 (point) Estimated from sources |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ76NW |
| Civil Parish | ROCHESTER & CHATHAM, MEDWAY, KENT |
| County | KENT |
| Unitary Authority | MEDWAY |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
In 1986 Maidstone Area Archaeological Group dug test pits. Brick earth extraction pits were used for dumping rubbish in the post medieval period. Material found included Civil War era pottery. Earlier material, Roman and medieval was also found. This included a number of Roman coins. (1)
<1> Maidstone Area Archaeological Group, 2012, A report on the excavations at the Friends' Meeting House, Northgate and adjacent proposed car park (Unpublished document). SKE18101.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SKE18101 Unpublished document: Maidstone Area Archaeological Group. 2012. A report on the excavations at the Friends' Meeting House, Northgate and adjacent proposed car park.
Finds (1)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Intrusive Event: Test pits in the former garden of Llyods Bank, Northgate, Rochester (EKE12558)
Record last edited
Jan 23 2013 3:11PM