Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHlaew and settlement remains at Croxall

Hlaew and settlement remains at Croxall

England
List entry 1011069
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Hlaew and settlement remains at Croxall is a scheduled ancient monument in Derbyshire comprising an Anglo-Saxon burial mound and associated settlement features. The hlaew, or burial mound, is believed to date to the early Anglo-Saxon period and represents a significant funerary monument of that era. Excavation and survey work has identified settlement remains in the vicinity of the mound, indicating occupation and activity in the surrounding area during the Anglo-Saxon period. The site demonstrates the importance of Croxall as a place of settlement and burial during the early medieval period in the English Midlands.

Hlaew and settlement remains at Croxall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011069. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hlaew and settlement remains at Croxall?

Hlaew and settlement remains at Croxall is a scheduled ancient monument in Derbyshire comprising an Anglo-Saxon burial mound and associated settlement features. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011069.

Who is responsible for protecting Hlaew and settlement remains at Croxall?

Hlaew and settlement remains at Croxall 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 1011069.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hlaew and settlement remains at Croxall?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Site of round barrow near River Tame (1.6 km), Circular enclosures centring 300yds (270m) W of Wychnor Junction (2.8 km), Pit alignments running NE and SW centring 320yds (300m) N of Wychnor Bridge (3.1 km).

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