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Monument record TR 02 SE 207 - Medieval ditches and pit, Church Road, New Romney
Summary
A series of three parallel ditches, probably intended to drain the area or prevent it being inundated during heavy rains or high tides, plus pits.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TR 0600 2454 (34m by 18m) (4 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR02SE |
| County | KENT |
| District | FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT |
| Civil Parish | NEW ROMNEY, SHEPWAY, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
In 2005 an excavation following a watching brief were carried out by Canterbury Archaeological Trust. A series of three parallel ditches were found. They were probably intended to drain the area or prevent it being inundated during heavy rains or high tides. They appear to have silted up due to storm deposits. A number of pits were also found. Material recovered from within the features dated to the 12th to 14th centuries. (1)
<1> Canterbury Archaeological Trust, 2008, New Romney and Greatstone First Time Sewerage Scheme: Archaeological Excavation at Pumping Station 3, Church Road, New Romney, Kent: Draft Assessment Report (Unpublished document). SKE18155.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SKE18155 Unpublished document: Canterbury Archaeological Trust. 2008. New Romney and Greatstone First Time Sewerage Scheme: Archaeological Excavation at Pumping Station 3, Church Road, New Romney, Kent: Draft Assessment Report.
Finds (1)
Protected Status/Designation
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (3)
- Intrusive Event: Evaluation at Pumping Station 3, Church Road, New Romney (Ref: SSNR EV04) (EKE12621)
- Intrusive Event: Excavation at Pumping Station 3, Church Road, New Romney (Ref: NRP3 EX-05) (EKE12619)
- Intrusive Event: Watching brief at Pumping Station 3, Church Road, New Romney (Ref: NRP3 WB-05) (EKE12618)
Record last edited
Mar 5 2024 4:46PM