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14th Century moat excavated at Fulham Palace

A 14th Century moat which was covered with rubbish in the 1920s is being excavated at Fulham Palace.

The work is part of an £8m improvement programme to the palace and adjoining Bishops Park.

The first known reference to the moat dates back to 1392, although some historians believe it may date back to the Iron Age.

Archaeological consultant Phil Emery said it was important to preserve the moat for future generations....
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