Today New Romney sits a couple of miles inland from the sea but, in common with many towns along this stretch of coast, was once a thriving seaport. Archaeological excavations here by Pre-Construct Archaeology identified evidence for medieval occupation, fishing and seafaring on the foreshore at the northeastern end of the town. This strand area was ravaged by storms, particularly during the 13th century and this is clearly demonstrated in the archaeological record. This publication presents the findings of these excavations but also provides a much broader historical background to the town and an exploration of its role as a Cinque Port, and its relationship with the strand area investigated, through contemporary sources and standing building evidence.
- ISBN10 0954293894
- ISBN13 9780954293895
- Publish Date 28 October 2009
- Publish Status Active
- Out of Print 7 June 2022
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Pre-Construct Archaeology Limited
- Format Paperback
- Pages 158
- Language English