59 Britton Street, Islington - Archaeological Desk-Based Assessment

Wessex Archaeology

Overall, a high level of recorded archaeology is represented within the Study Area. A moderate-high potential for the survival of archaeological deposits within the Site footprint has been identified. Predicted archaeology at the Site may represent evidence of the Norman inner precinct wall, garden related medieval and post-medieval activity prior to the laying out of Red Lion Street. Geotechnical investigation identified an undated possible sewer traversing the site. Documentary evidence highlights pre-early 18th century sewers at Britton Street.