Document record MAB54250 - OLD MARKET STREET / BRIDGE STREET, BANFF
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Summary
Site of two chambers, identified as culverts, were found in this area in 1985 during the reconstruction of sewers.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NJ 6926 6397 (40m by 40m) Centred at - Polygon: Unknown Extent |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NJ66SE |
| Authority | Aberdeenshire |
| Civil Parish | Banff |
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Site of two chambers, identified as culverts, were found in this area in 1985 during the reconstruction of sewers. It was noted as being a complex, well-built structure. The western one was already blocked when visited but was connected under the road with the other. The more easterly chamber extended under the road but at its North end had become blocked by a fall of sand. The side walls were built of random rubble with very gritty mortar. Within in it was a deposit of dark clayey silt to a depth of 0.51m (anaerobic with roots etc, but no obvious artefacts). Made of red sandstone slabs with a rebate. Two metal pins and other shaped stones were also found within the tunnels. The culverts probably date to the 18th century, but were removed after their rediscovery in order for the new sewer works to continue.
SHEPHERD, IAG, 1985, DES,17,18,20 (Bibliographic reference). SAB1816.
Jan 1 1985 , AAS/GR/85/CT105-114, AAS/GR/85/CT105-114 (Ground Photograph). SAB33211.
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: ASH;
- NMR Card Number: NJ66SE47;
- NRHE Numlink: 18481;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NJ66SE0053;
External Links (1)
- https://www.trove.scot/place/18481 (trove.scot link)
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Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
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Record last edited
Jan 14 2019 12:21PM
