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A few weeks ago I photographed the other two sides (including Hammond lane) of the derelict triangle but I did not photograph the side that could be best described as being between Church Street and Bow Street because it was not of great interest to me. However, I returned today as I had forgotten that there was a notice describing in detail the archaeological excavations conducted some years ago.
Hammond Lane, a site of historical significance in Dublin, lies on the north bank of the River Liffey. Its proximity to St. Michan's Church, dating back to 1095, suggests a settlement predating the Norman arrival in Ireland. The site is situated within the medieval suburb of Oxmantown, directly fronting its main thoroughfare, now known as Church Street. To its south lies Hammond Lane, once referred to as Hangman's Lane.
Archaeological excavations conducted at Hammond Lane and Church Street have revealed a wealth of knowledge about Dublin's early northside inhabitants. The site, roughly triangular, extends 115 meters east to west, with the eastern side measuring 58 meters wide and the western side narrowing to 7 meters. The excavation unfolded in two distinct phases.
The initial phase, spanning from September 2003 to January 2004, unveiled substantial remnants of 18th- and 19th-century basements belonging to 161-168 Church Street, as depicted in John Rocque's 1756 map of Dublin. Additionally, a medieval wall was discovered at this level.
The subsequent phase, commencing in October 2005, sometimes referred to as Hammond Lane II, exposed the foundations of a medieval wall intersecting a layer of grey clay dating from the 12th to 14th centuries, containing Dublin-type pottery. By the late 12th century, the land had evidently been subdivided into five distinct properties, a division that persisted with some modifications into the 14th century, enduring the shift from post and wattle construction to stone.
These excavations provide a captivating glimpse into the historical evolution of this area of Dublin, shedding light on the lives and dwellings of its earliest residents.
Hammond Lane, a site of historical significance in Dublin, lies on the north bank of the River Liffey. Its proximity to St. Michan's Church, dating back to 1095, suggests a settlement predating the Norman arrival in Ireland. The site is situated within the medieval suburb of Oxmantown, directly fronting its main thoroughfare, now known as Church Street. To its south lies Hammond Lane, once referred to as Hangman's Lane.
Archaeological excavations conducted at Hammond Lane and Church Street have revealed a wealth of knowledge about Dublin's early northside inhabitants. The site, roughly triangular, extends 115 meters east to west, with the eastern side measuring 58 meters wide and the western side narrowing to 7 meters. The excavation unfolded in two distinct phases.
The initial phase, spanning from September 2003 to January 2004, unveiled substantial remnants of 18th- and 19th-century basements belonging to 161-168 Church Street, as depicted in John Rocque's 1756 map of Dublin. Additionally, a medieval wall was discovered at this level.
The subsequent phase, commencing in October 2005, sometimes referred to as Hammond Lane II, exposed the foundations of a medieval wall intersecting a layer of grey clay dating from the 12th to 14th centuries, containing Dublin-type pottery. By the late 12th century, the land had evidently been subdivided into five distinct properties, a division that persisted with some modifications into the 14th century, enduring the shift from post and wattle construction to stone.
These excavations provide a captivating glimpse into the historical evolution of this area of Dublin, shedding light on the lives and dwellings of its earliest residents.
AN UPDATE SINCE LAST VISIT