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record TR 15 NW 2558 - Medieval boundary ditch and post medieval features, Manwood Hospital site
Summary
An archaeological evaluation (2014) and a watching brief (2015) were both carried out in advance of the construction of new almshouses. A single medieval boundary ditch was found that suggested a 11th or 12th century field system. Post medieval rubbish pits and a possible quarry were also found.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TR 1469 5916 (18m by 0m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR15NW |
| County | KENT |
| District | CANTERBURY, KENT |
| Civil Parish | CANTERBURY, CANTERBURY, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (4)
Full Description
In 2014 an archaeological evaluation was carried out in advance of the construction of new almshouses. A single medieval boundary ditch was found that suggested a 11th or 12th century field system. Post medieval rubbish pits and a possible quarry were also found. (1, 2)
<1> Canterbury Archaeological Trust Ltd, 2014, 1-6 Manwood's Hospital, St Stephan's Green, Hackington, Canterbury, Archaeological Evaluation Report (Unpublished document). SKE52744.
<2> Canterbury Archaeological Trust, 2016, 1-6 Manwood's Hospital, St Stephens Green, Hackington, Canterbury: Archaeological Watching Brief Summary Report (Unpublished document). SKE55641.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SKE52744 Unpublished document: Canterbury Archaeological Trust Ltd. 2014. 1-6 Manwood's Hospital, St Stephan's Green, Hackington, Canterbury, Archaeological Evaluation Report.
- <2> SKE55641 Unpublished document: Canterbury Archaeological Trust. 2016. 1-6 Manwood's Hospital, St Stephens Green, Hackington, Canterbury: Archaeological Watching Brief Summary Report.
Finds (1)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (2)
- Intrusive Event: 1-6 Manwood's Hospital, St Stephan's Green, Hackington, Canterbury, Archaeological Evaluation, 2014 (Ref: Project Code: SRMA-EV-14) (EKE20431)
- Intrusive Event: Archaeological watching brief at 1-6 Manwood's Hospital, Canterbury, 2015 (Ref: Project Code: SRMA/WB-15) (EKE22589)
Record last edited
Nov 21 2023 2:58PM