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Stunning Roman Wall Unearthed Near Chester House
13 Jul
Summary
- A 'significantly beautiful' Roman limestone wall was discovered.
- Excavation took place near Chester House in Irchester.
- This marks the first excavation of the walled area in the Roman town.
A remarkably preserved Roman limestone wall, described as 'significantly beautiful,' has been uncovered. The discovery was made by a collaborative effort involving teams from Irchester Field School Archaeological Services, the University of Leicester (ULAS), and the Northamptonshire Archaeological Resource Centre.
These experts and volunteers dedicated several weeks to excavating the site, located near Chester House in Irchester. Professor Sarah Scott from ULAS expressed her excitement, stating that this excavation is the first of its kind within the walled area of the Roman town. She emphasized that parts of the wall remain in fantastic condition, underscoring the significance of the find.
