Scheduled MonumentsEnglandArea of Saxon town N of Red Castle

Area of Saxon town N of Red Castle

England
List entry 1003919
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Area of Saxon town N of Red Castle is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the remains of an early medieval settlement located north of Red Castle in Suffolk. The site represents significant archaeological evidence of Saxon occupation and urban development during the Early Anglo-Saxon period. The monument's precise extent and detailed chronology have been established through archaeological survey and excavation work recorded in the heritage designation process. The remains contribute to understanding of early Saxon settlement patterns and economic activity in East Anglia during the first millennium AD.

Area of Saxon town N of Red Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003919. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Area of Saxon town N of Red Castle?

Area of Saxon town N of Red Castle is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the remains of an early medieval settlement located north of Red Castle in Suffolk. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003919.

Who is responsible for protecting Area of Saxon town N of Red Castle?

Area of Saxon town N of Red Castle 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 1003919.

What other scheduled monuments are near Area of Saxon town N of Red Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tutt Hill barrow, near Thetford (2.9 km), Atomic bomb store on Thetford Heath (3.8 km), Bowl barrow in the garden of The Old Mill (4.1 km).

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