The unearthed section of Watling Street, discovered during heating network expansion work, provides crucial evidence of the preservation of this significant Roman road beneath London's modern infrastructure.
Southwark Council noted that distinct layers of the ancient road include a solid foundation of compacted gravel, illustrating the careful construction methods used by the Romans in AD 43.
Dr. Chris Constable stated, 'In the planning for this project, we'd expected to solve this question but the extent of survival of the road is remarkable,' highlighting new insights into Roman engineering.
The discovery serves as the first archaeological proof of Watling Street's existence beneath the Old Kent Road, marking a significant milestone in understanding Roman Britain's transportation.
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