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Monument record TR 15 NE 1556 - Roman Cremation, 8 St. Lawrence Road
Summary
At a depth of 8 ft (2.44m) a layer of soft earth was encountered filling a hollow. Within this was found a large vessel of dark red ware, which contained some bones, probably a Roman sepulchral urn. The spot lies at the top of the Old Dover Road, along which remains of Roman and Saxon interments have frequently been found.
Location
| Grid reference | TR 1581 5680 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR15NE |
| County | KENT |
| District | CANTERBURY, KENT |
| Civil Parish | CANTERBURY, CANTERBURY, KENT |
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
In early October 1889 workmen digging at the house of Mr Ellis, at St Lawrence Road, discovered a Roman burial. At a depth of 8 ft (2.44m) a layer of soft earth was encountered filling a hollow. Within this was found a large vessel of dark red ware, which contained some bones, probably a Roman sepulchral urn. The spot lies at the top of the Old Dover Road, along which remains of Roman and Saxon interments have frequently been found. The exact site of the discovery has not been ascertained just the locality.
Mardenite, Discovery of Ancient Remains at Canterbury (Article in serial). SKE30859.
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SKE30859 Article in serial: Mardenite. Discovery of Ancient Remains at Canterbury.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Intrusive Event: Field observation at St Lawrence, Canterbury, 1889 (EKE14226)
Record last edited
May 11 2015 11:24AM