A Town Unearthed - Geophysics Results
‘A Town Unearthed’ is a community archaeological project taking place in Folkestone, Kent, England this summer and lasting for 3 years. It is a joint project between the Folkestone Peoples History Centre, Christ Church University Canterbury and Canterbury Archaeological Trust, with contributions from numerous other organizations.
It is hoped that more will be learnt about Folkestone Roman Villa, located on the East Cliff, and its surrounding area plus the Bayle area. Excavations will be undertaken at the Villa site and test pits (1m square trenches) in a variety of locals back gardens! This is a community event, not just for ‘professionals’ and we hope that as many Folkestonians will get involved in all aspects of this event.
A geophysics survey took place during late June - although the location of the villa is known it is not known what other structures may be nearby. Ash samples were also taken from the villa site to ascertain whether there is anything toxic on it.
Following this work there will be a public meeting at the UCF (University Centre Folkestone at the bottom of Grace Hill) on 29th July at 6.30pm to show the Geophysics results and what the next step is - i.e. when the dig will begin!!!
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