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Monument record TR 15 NW 1748 - Prehistoric Structure B2 (1-2 Marlowe Arcade)
Summary
In 1980 The Canterbury Archaeological Trust excavated upon the site of the present 1-2 Marlowe Arcade prior to redevelopment. The sitecode was MIV and the work was undertaken prior to development. The earliest features seen on the excavated area dated to the late first century BC to c. AD 70/80. They consisted of elements of two lengths of curved ditches, possibly enclosing a nucleus of Belgic settlement.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TR 1491 5765 (4m by 4m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR15NW |
| County | KENT |
| District | CANTERBURY, KENT |
| Civil Parish | CANTERBURY, CANTERBURY, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Blockley, K., Blockley, M., Blockley, P., Frere, S. and Stow, S., 1995, Excavations in the Marlowe Car Park and Surrounding Areas. Part 1: The Excavated Sites (Monograph). SKE29969.
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SKE29969 Monograph: Blockley, K., Blockley, M., Blockley, P., Frere, S. and Stow, S.. 1995. Excavations in the Marlowe Car Park and Surrounding Areas. Part 1: The Excavated Sites.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (2)
- Intrusive Event: 1-2 Marlowe Arcade (Marlowe 4) (Ref: CAT: 115) (EKE13802)
- Intrusive Event: 12 Rose Lane (North) (Ref: CAT: 115) (EKE13918)
Record last edited
Feb 19 2015 11:24AM