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Monument record TR 15 NW 1594 - Medieval occupation, 5-7 The Parade, Canterbury
Summary
A medieval floor, occupation layers and a cess pit dated to c. AD 1140-75.
Location
| Grid reference | TR 1495 5779 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR15NW |
| County | KENT |
| District | CANTERBURY, KENT |
| Civil Parish | CANTERBURY, CANTERBURY, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
In 2007 Canterbury Archaeological Trust excavated four small trenches at the corner of The Parade and Mercery Lane as part of renovation works on a medieval building. A medieval floor, occupation layers and a cess pit dated to c. AD 1140-75 were found. A 20th century basement had possibly destroyed a medieval cellar. (1)
<1> Weekes, J., 2012, Canterbury Archaeological Trust Interim Reports, Archaeologia Cantiana CXXXII 2012: 295 (Article in serial). SKE25119.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SKE25119 Article in serial: Weekes, J.. 2012. Canterbury Archaeological Trust Interim Reports. Arch Cant CXXXII: 291-305. Archaeologia Cantiana CXXXII 2012: 295.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Intrusive Event: Excavation at Nos. 5-7 The Parade, Canterbury (EKE13121)
Record last edited
Aug 22 2013 3:10PM