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Monument record TQ 76 NE 1409 - Former Military Burial Ground, Whiffens Avenue
Summary
Potential grave cuts were identified during a Ground Penetrating Radar survey carried out at Whiffens Avenue by Magnitude Surveys. A Military Burial Ground is known from historic OS mapping to have existed at the site during the 19th century. The possible grave cuts were seen to respect pathways visible on these maps, suggesting they are contemporary features.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TQ 7600 6816 (60m by 70m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ76NE |
| Civil Parish | ROCHESTER & CHATHAM, MEDWAY, KENT |
| County | KENT |
| Unitary Authority | MEDWAY |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Potential grave cuts were identified during a Ground Penetrating Radar survey carried out at Whiffens Avenue by Magnitude Surveys. A Military Burial Ground is known from historic OS mapping to have existed at the site during the 19th century. The possible grave cuts were seen to respect pathways visible on these maps, suggesting they are contemporary features. (1)
<1> Magnitude Surveys, 2018, Geophysical survey report, of Whiffens Avenue Project (Unpublished document). SKE52429.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SKE52429 Unpublished document: Magnitude Surveys. 2018. Geophysical survey report, of Whiffens Avenue Project.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Non-Intrusive Event: Geophysical survey of Whiffens Avenue, 2018 (Ref: Magnitude Surveys Ref: MSTQ331) (EKE26172)
Record last edited
Jul 21 2026 12:12PM