Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSite of Saxon town: Nuns' Bridges open space

Site of Saxon town: Nuns' Bridges open space

England
List entry 1003940
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Site of Saxon town: Nuns' Bridges open space is a designated ancient monument in Suffolk that preserves evidence of Saxon settlement and occupation. Located in the area known as Nuns' Bridges, the site represents an important archaeological record of early medieval urban development in East Anglia. The monument encompasses an open space where archaeological investigation has revealed material culture and structural evidence consistent with Saxon period activity. Its designation reflects the significance of this location as a potential centre of trade and settlement during the early medieval period.

Site of Saxon town: Nuns' Bridges open space is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003940. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Site of Saxon town: Nuns' Bridges open space?

The Site of Saxon town: Nuns' Bridges open space is a designated ancient monument in Suffolk that preserves evidence of Saxon settlement and occupation. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003940.

Who is responsible for protecting Site of Saxon town: Nuns' Bridges open space?

Site of Saxon town: Nuns' Bridges open space 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 1003940.

What other scheduled monuments are near Site of Saxon town: Nuns' Bridges open space?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 720m north east of East Farm (3.1 km), Bowl barrow in the garden of The Old Mill (3.4 km), Atomic bomb store on Thetford Heath (3.7 km).

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