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An Archaeological Evaluation at Friars Mill, Bath Lane, Leicester |
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University of Leicester Archaeological Services (ULAS) unpublished report series
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Abstract: |
Archaeological evaluation was undertaken by University of Leicester Archaeological Services (ULAS) in advance of redevelopment at Friars Mill, Bath Lane, Leicester. The site lies within the north-west quarter of the Roman and medieval walled town and has high potential for the survival of archaeological remains, particularly relating to the defences of early Leicester. Two trenches were excavated, with both containing a series of deeply stratified layers overlying probable alluvial deposits. Trench 1 adjacent to the River Soar, had layers of mortar-rich soil overlying waterlogged deposits possibly reflecting filled ditches, or channels associated with the river. Trench 2, on the western side of the site contained a thick layer of silty clay with some occupation debris, overlying what appeared to be layers of alluvium. A small assemblage of Roman and medieval pottery and tile was recovered. No evidence was found for the defences of the walled Roman and medieval town. The site archive will be held by Leicester City Museum Service, under the accession code A24.2014. |
Author: |
J Thomas
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Publisher: |
University of Leicester Archaeological Services (ULAS)
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Other Person/Org: |
Historic England (OASIS Reviewer)
Leicester City HER (OASIS Reviewer)
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Year of Publication: |
2014
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Friars Mill |
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Leicestershire |
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Leicester |
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LEICESTER |
Country: |
England |
Grid Reference: 458002, 304684 (Easting, Northing)
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universi1-197553 |
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ULAS Report No. 2014-153 |
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Created Date: |
01 Feb 2018 |