Monument record TR 15 NE 1554 - Roman Cremations, Avon Close/rear of 9 Littlebourne Road

Summary

In November 1952 Frank Jenkins excavated two Roman cremation burials within the back garden of 9 Littlebourne Road. The cremation was initially discovered by the owner of the property, Miss Fordyce, whilst constructing a chicken run.

Location

Grid reference TR 1637 5773 (point)
Map sheet TR15NE
County KENT
District CANTERBURY, KENT
Civil Parish CANTERBURY, CANTERBURY, KENT

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Full Description

In November 1952 Frank Jenkins excavated two Roman cremation burials within the back garden of 9 Littlebourne Road. The cremation was initially discovered by the owner of the property, Miss Fordyce, whilst constructing a chicken run.


Jenkins, F, Kent Sheet XLVI.N.E, Jenkins annotated map (Cartographic materials). SKE30116.

Sources/Archives (1)

  • --- Cartographic materials: Jenkins, F. Kent Sheet XLVI.N.E, Jenkins annotated map.

Finds (0)

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Related Monuments/Buildings (0)

Related Events/Activities (1)

  • Intrusive Event: Avon Close (EKE14222)

Record last edited

May 11 2015 10:26AM