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That is really exciting. Isn#t that strange how we've got a completely skewed view of the distribution of things across the country. And if those places really are older - well surely that turns lots of understanding right on its head. And a double enclosure on Sheppey? it's all mad. You make sure you keep us informed. I have lived in the area and 1/4 of my family has its roots around Maidstone / Thanet (not Sheppey, I'm not admitting to that one, though I like the island itself). so it's speshly interesting to me. bravo for your persistence and enthusiasm.

Well, after reading Pete G's exploits and wanderings, one can't help but feel a little envious that all the attention is Way out West, when the possible origins of what's out West is over here in the East!

I spoke to the head honcho again this afternoon, he hinted that I may have been looking at the original Neolithic floor beneath the stone, and that they'd brought out around 45 worked flints from the mess left by the rabbits

As I said, I'm off down there again tomorrow, with a bagful of burnt flint and offers of tea for anyone who wants it. And if the site is left over the weekend, I might sleep in the grass alongside just to keep watch. And if I can keep out of their way and not piss anyone off I'll get some more photos. I think they may have enlarged the area since yesterday, so maybe more stones under the road!

Also, Thanet Archaeology's website is hard to navigate, but a wealth of info on Hengiform constructions [yes, possible Henges in Kent!] Causewayed Enclosures and just about everything else you'd hope to find.
http://www.thanetarch.co.uk