During an archaeological watching brief of the excavation of three geotechnical test pits in May-July 2012, an unexpected spreader arch (architectural feature) was uncovered in one of the test pits. The arch is approximately 2.1m high, and slightly wider (full extent unknown as part of the arch was outside test pit area, and the arch itself had been infilled with coarse rubble and mortar). The arch is speculated as being a substantial entrance into a cellar underneath the building. The brickwork appears to be of Tudor character. The arch itself is shallow. The wall of the building rests directly on the arch, however it is offset by an approximate 80-100mm. Using a post-hole digger, the height of the arch is estimated at c.2.1m high. (1)

<1> Keevill Heritage Ltd, 2012, Eastgate House, Rochester, Medway; summary report on an archaeological watching brief (Unpublished document). SKE31492.