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Monument record TR 34 SW 1751 - Demolition layers overlying the remains of the Roman 'Painted House', Dover.
Summary
During a series of extensive rescue excavations, ahead of development in Dover’s town centre undertaken by Kent Archaeological Rescue Unit, a series of demolition layers relating to the demolition of the eastern side of the Roman 'Painted House' and associated structures, and the construction of the late Roman Saxon Shore Fort, were recorded. (location accurate to the nearest 5m based on available information)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TR 3184 4146 (10m by 22m) Estimated from sources |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR34SW |
| County | KENT |
| District | DOVER, KENT |
| Civil Parish | DOVER, DOVER, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
<1> Philp, B, 1989, The Roman House with Bacchic Murals at Dover (Monograph). SKE24004.
<2> R. P. Wright, 1973, Kent Archaeological Review; Tile Makers Score from Dover. Vol. 34. (Article in serial). SKE31752.
<3> Brian Philp, The Discovery and Excavation of the Roman Shore Fort at Dover, Kent (Monograph). SKE32061.
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SKE24004 Monograph: Philp, B. 1989. The Roman House with Bacchic Murals at Dover.
- <2> SKE31752 Article in serial: R. P. Wright. 1973. Kent Archaeological Review; Tile Makers Score from Dover. Vol. 34.. Vol. 34, page 105.
- <3> SKE32061 Monograph: Brian Philp. The Discovery and Excavation of the Roman Shore Fort at Dover, Kent.
Finds (1)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (2)
- Intrusive Event: Rescue Excavation Dover Town Centre, Painted House and Bingo Hall Sites (EKE4658)
- Event Boundary: Rescue excavations within Dover Town Centre ahead of development of York Street, Dover (EKE15656)
Record last edited
Aug 27 2019 2:39PM