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Monument MPM1882 - Moat, apex of the East Ravelin
Summary
Section of moat to the former town defences, near the apex of the East Ravelin, examined during an archaeological evaluation in Ravelin Park in 1972. The East Ravelin formed part of the remodelled 18th century Portsmouth town defences, and was demolished 1860s/1870s.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
A trench was excavated to examine the infill of the moat to the former town defences near the apex of the East Ravelin during an archaeological evaluation in Ravelin Park in 1972. The fill consisted of a layer of 19th century backfill (clay-soil and gravel), and a silty deposit containing organic material. A maximum depth of 4.5m was reached at the centre of the moat. Some fallen masonry was present at the north end of the trench.
The East Ravelin (MPM34) formed part of the remodelled 18th century Portsmouth town defences , and was demolished 1860s/1870s.
Fox, Russ, 1988, East Ravelin (Excavation archive). SPM12.
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SPM12 Excavation archive: Fox, Russ. 1988. East Ravelin.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (6)
- Part of: East Ravelin (Monument) (MPM34)
- Related to: Moat, East Ravelin (Monument) (MPM1880)
- Related to: Remains of post-medieval town defences, University of Portsmouth Sports Building, Ravelin Park (Monument) (MPM2033)
- Related to: Remains of the apex to the East Ravelin (Monument) (MPM1881)
- Related to: Remains of the East Ravelin (Monument) (MPM1879)
- Related to: Remains of Town Mount Bastion, Ravelin Park (Monument) (MPM1878)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Finds (0)
Location
| Grid reference | SZ 6369 9962 (point) |
|---|---|
| Unitary Authority | Portsmouth City |
Record last edited
Jul 1 2026 11:51AM