Scheduled MonumentsEnglandArminghall, sites discovered by air photographs

Arminghall, sites discovered by air photographs

England
List entry 1003620
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Arminghall is a Neolithic henge monument located near Norwich in Norfolk, England. The site, which dates to approximately 3000 BCE, was discovered through aerial photography in the 1920s and consists of a roughly circular arrangement of eight substantial post-holes that once held large timber posts, surrounded by a ditch. The monument is interpreted as a ritual or ceremonial structure of the early Neolithic period, representing one of the earliest examples of formal communal architecture in Britain. The post-holes, revealed through archaeological excavation and survey, demonstrate sophisticated planning and organisation by Neolithic communities in East Anglia.

Arminghall, sites discovered by air photographs is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003620. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Arminghall, sites discovered by air photographs?

Arminghall is a Neolithic henge monument located near Norwich in Norfolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003620.

Who is responsible for protecting Arminghall, sites discovered by air photographs?

Arminghall, sites discovered by air photographs 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 1003620.

What other scheduled monuments are near Arminghall, sites discovered by air photographs?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including 'Woodhenge', Arminghall (0.2 km), Late Neolithic or Bronze Age Henge type monument and D shaped enclosure 300m west of Twins Farm (1.2 km), Moated site at the Manor House, Arminghall (1.5 km).

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