Roman Basilica discovery forces new City skyscraper rethink Property Plans for a new skyscraper at 85 Gracechurch Street have been updated after the discovery of an “extraordinary” Roman Basilica at the site earlier this year. The proposed scheme now incorporates a public exhibition space in the 32-storey commercial building, which will celebrate the remains of the first Roman Basilica of London. The public immersive [...]
‘Extraordinary’ Roman Basilica uncovered in heart of the City News The remains of London’s first Roman Basilica have been uncovered near Leadenhall Market during archaeological investigations at 85 Gracechurch Street. The site is currently being excavated by Museum of London Archaeology (MOLA) in preparation for the construction of a 32-story office tower. The remains are believed to be part of the Tribunal, a designated area [...]
