Scheduled MonumentsEnglandAnglo-Saxon cemetery on Hanging Hill, Bridge, immediately south west of Watling Street

Anglo-Saxon cemetery on Hanging Hill, Bridge, immediately south west of Watling Street

England
List entry 1021421
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Hanging Hill Anglo-Saxon cemetery is a scheduled ancient monument located in Bridge, Kent, positioned immediately southwest of Watling Street. The cemetery dates to the Anglo-Saxon period and represents an important burial ground from this era in southeast England. The site's proximity to Watling Street, a major Roman road that remained significant as a communication and trade route during the Anglo-Saxon period, reflects the continued importance of this location through successive historical periods. Archaeological investigation of such cemeteries has provided valuable evidence for understanding Anglo-Saxon settlement patterns, burial practices, and material culture in Kent.

Anglo-Saxon cemetery on Hanging Hill, Bridge, immediately south west of Watling Street is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021421. View the official record →

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What is Anglo-Saxon cemetery on Hanging Hill, Bridge, immediately south west of Watling Street?

Hanging Hill Anglo-Saxon cemetery is a scheduled ancient monument located in Bridge, Kent, positioned immediately southwest of Watling Street. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021421.

Who is responsible for protecting Anglo-Saxon cemetery on Hanging Hill, Bridge, immediately south west of Watling Street?

Anglo-Saxon cemetery on Hanging Hill, Bridge, immediately south west of Watling Street is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1021421.

What other scheduled monuments are near Anglo-Saxon cemetery on Hanging Hill, Bridge, immediately south west of Watling Street?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman cist burials in Gorsley Wood (2.3 km), Anglo-Saxon barrow field and prehistoric linear earthwork on Barham Downs (2.3 km), Enclosures W of Woodlands (2.5 km).

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