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Downham High Warren is a Neolithic and Bronze Age flint extraction and knapping site located in Suffolk, England. The warren represents evidence of prehistoric flint mining and working activities, with surface scatters and subsurface deposits indicating sustained exploitation of the local flint resources during the early prehistoric period. The site's archaeological significance lies in its testimony to early flint tool manufacture and the procurement strategies of Neolithic and Bronze Age communities in East Anglia. The monument survives as an area of archaeological interest demonstrating the long-term use of high-quality local flint deposits for tool production.
Downham High Warren is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1485681. View the official record →
Downham High Warren is a Neolithic and Bronze Age flint extraction and knapping site located in Suffolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1485681.
Downham High Warren 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 1485681.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Red Castle medieval ringwork, church and Saxon settlement remains (5.9 km), Area of Saxon town N of Red Castle (6 km), Bank and ditch NE of London Road (6.2 km).
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