Scheduled MonumentsEnglandAnglo-Saxon cremation cemetery 750m west of Rempstone Hall

Anglo-Saxon cremation cemetery 750m west of Rempstone Hall

England
List entry 1471412
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The Anglo-Saxon cremation cemetery 750 metres west of Rempstone Hall is a designated ancient monument in Nottinghamshire comprising inhumed cremated remains from the early medieval period. The site represents evidence of Anglo-Saxon burial practices, typical of cemeteries established during the fifth to seventh centuries when cremation was a common funerary custom across much of eastern England. Such cemeteries provide important archaeological testimony to settlement patterns, religious beliefs and social organisation during the formation of the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms. The survival of this monument contributes significantly to understanding early medieval Nottinghamshire and the transition from Romano-British to Anglo-Saxon society.

Anglo-Saxon cremation cemetery 750m west of Rempstone Hall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1471412. View the official record →

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What is Anglo-Saxon cremation cemetery 750m west of Rempstone Hall?

The Anglo-Saxon cremation cemetery 750 metres west of Rempstone Hall is a designated ancient monument in Nottinghamshire comprising inhumed cremated remains from the early medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1471412.

Who is responsible for protecting Anglo-Saxon cremation cemetery 750m west of Rempstone Hall?

Anglo-Saxon cremation cemetery 750m west of Rempstone Hall 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 1471412.

What other scheduled monuments are near Anglo-Saxon cremation cemetery 750m west of Rempstone Hall?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Deserted medieval village (3.8 km), Thorpe in the Glebe medieval settlement, including church site and open field system (4.6 km), All Saints' Church, Dishley (6 km).

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