London Gateway Port - Assessment of Significant Archaeological Finds Made During Capital Dredging

Wessex Archaeology

Wessex Archaeology was to provide archaeological services in respect of marine works in the course of developing the London Gateway Port and its associated infrastructure.

A total of approximately 615 finds were recovered during LGP capital dredging and associated operations. Finds were for the most part recovered from the drag heads of the trailing hopper suction dredgers used. However, the clearance of two obstructions resulted in the discovery of important archaeological sites: a 19th century paddle tug and a Ju88 German bomber.