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Monument record TQ 77 SE 1164 - Possible defensive obstruction, by Hoo Fort, Hoo St. Werburgh
Summary
A possible defensive obstruction was identified by Hoo Fort, Hoo Island, during a 2004 coastal survey. The remains comprised rows of vertical stakes and stone boulders apparently positioned between them.
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 79632 70309 (point) GPS derived |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ77SE |
| County | KENT |
| Civil Parish | HOO ST WERBURGH, MEDWAY, KENT |
| Unitary Authority | MEDWAY |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Approximately 5m wide, 6 rows of vertical stakes just in front on the fort in alignment. Continues on from TQ 77 SE 1025. Large stones in between the rows of stakes. Possibly an anti-landing, defensive structure. (1)
<1> Wessex Archaeology, 2005, North Kent Coast Rapid Coastal Zone Assessment Survey: Phase ll: Field Assessment Year One report (Unpublished document). SWX12121.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SWX12121 Unpublished document: Wessex Archaeology. 2005. North Kent Coast Rapid Coastal Zone Assessment Survey: Phase ll: Field Assessment Year One report.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Non-Intrusive Event: Survey, North Kent Coastal Zone: Phase ll, Year One (Ref: 56750) (EWX8437)
Record last edited
Dec 20 2007 4:46PM