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Monument record TR 15 NW 1773 - Prehistoric Shallow Clay Extraction Pit (12-16 Marlowe Arcade)
Summary
Area MII had anumber of pre/early-Roman features including a roundhouse, structure B1, a bowl hearth, a wicker lined well, some gullies and a number of clay extraction pits. This record relates to a shallow scoop or pit (B758) for clay or brickearth extraction.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TR 1489 5770 (3m by 3m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR15NW |
| County | KENT |
| District | CANTERBURY, KENT |
| Civil Parish | CANTERBURY, CANTERBURY, KENT |
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
In 1978 The Canterbury Archaeological Trust excavated upon the site of the present 12-16 Marlowe Arcade in advance of development.
Area MII had anumber of pre/early-Roman features including a roundhouse, structure B1, a bowl hearth, a wicker lined well, some gullies and a number of clay extraction pits. A pebbled surface, dating to between 70/80AD-100/110 AD was seen to seal a Belgic pit containing horse harness trappings and other military equipment.
This record relates to a shallow scoop or pit (B758) for clay or brickearth extraction.
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 (1)
- Intrusive Event: 12-16 Marlowe Arcade (Marlowe Two), 1978 (Ref: CAT: 115) (EKE13554)
Record last edited
Jan 20 2015 1:58PM