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Monument record TQ 67 SE 265 - Mediaeval Windmill Mound , Randall Heath
Summary
A probable roundbarrow with associated ditch found during field survey work in 2004.
Excavations in 2014 as part of the Randall Manor Archaeological Dig has proven this to be the site of a Mediaeval Windmill Mound
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 6774 7051 (point) Centred |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ67SE |
| County | KENT |
| District | GRAVESHAM, KENT |
| Civil Parish | SHORNE, GRAVESHAM, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
A probable round barrow on Randall Heath, c 30m diameter with traces of a probable ditch and possible berm on its western side. The mound stands to a height of c. 1.8 m and has a central depression (probably resulting from antiquarian activity) at its top measuring c 2.20m in diameter and c.0.45 m in depth. Rock fragments contained in its top fill. [1]
50m polygon assigned to central NGR
Excavations in 2014 as part of the Randall Manor Archaeological Dig (2005-2014)has proven this to be the site of a Mediaeval Windmill Mound
<1> Oxford Archaeology, 2005, Shorne Wood Country Park (Unpublished document). SWX12846.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SWX12846 Unpublished document: Oxford Archaeology. 2005. Shorne Wood Country Park.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Non-Intrusive Event: Walkover Survey at Randall's Wood, Shorne (Ref: OA Job No. 4999) (EWX9123)
Record last edited
Mar 30 2015 2:43PM