Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSite of Saxon town: primary school grounds, Hilary Road

Site of Saxon town: primary school grounds, Hilary Road

England
List entry 1003938
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Site of Saxon town is a scheduled ancient monument located on the primary school grounds at Hilary Road in Suffolk, England. The site represents the remains of an early medieval settlement dating to the Saxon period, reflecting the occupation and development of this area during the Anglo-Saxon era. The monument is significant for its contribution to understanding early medieval settlement patterns and urban development in East Anglia, a region of considerable importance during the Saxon period. The site's archaeological potential, preserved beneath the modern school grounds, makes it an important record of the region's early medieval heritage.

Site of Saxon town: primary school grounds, Hilary Road is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003938. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Site of Saxon town: primary school grounds, Hilary Road?

The Site of Saxon town is a scheduled ancient monument located on the primary school grounds at Hilary Road in Suffolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003938.

Who is responsible for protecting Site of Saxon town: primary school grounds, Hilary Road?

Site of Saxon town: primary school grounds, Hilary Road 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 1003938.

What other scheduled monuments are near Site of Saxon town: primary school grounds, Hilary Road?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 720m north east of East Farm (3.2 km), Bowl barrow in the garden of The Old Mill (3.3 km), Atomic bomb store on Thetford Heath (3.3 km).

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