Watching Brief

Date 10 April 2013 - 21 May 2013

Event ID 1032857

Category Recording

Type Watching Brief

Permalink http://canmore.org.uk/event/1032857

An archaeological Watching Brief was undertaken by AOC Archaeology Group on ground breaking works associated with the development on a new medical centre at St. Mary's Cathedral, Edinburgh (NT 2404 7357).

A few remnants of wall features were uncovered close to Manor Place those are relatively isolated with further excavations across the site not revealing any more of these walls or associated features. Given the extent of the excavations on site and consequent lack of features it is probable to assume that the walls were mere fragments. Careful examination of the 1st and 2nd Edition Ordnance Survey maps does not readily suggest potential walls meaning the remains may pre date the mid 19th century. It is therfore assumed that these walls are most likely part of the landscaped gardens associated with East Coates House built in c. 1615.

In summary barring the aforementioned walls no significant archaeological features, deposits or artefacts were encounted during the Watching Brief.

Information from AOC Archaeology Group