Monument record MLI81965 - An early Anglo-Saxon inhumation cemetery, west of Normanton village
Summary
An early Anglo-Saxon inhumation cemetery, west of Normanton village
Type and Period (4)
- CEMETERY (Early Medieval/Dark Age - 500 AD to 650 AD?)
- BURIAL (Early Medieval/Dark Age - 500 AD to 650 AD?)
- INHUMATION (Early Medieval/Dark Age - 500 AD to 650 AD?)
- GRAVE (Early Medieval/Dark Age - 500 AD to 650 AD?)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Full Description
PRN 35401
During a watching brief, human bone fragments were found, prompting a full excavation, which revealed an early Anglo-Saxon inhumation cemetery. Thirty burials were excavated, with evidence that the cemetery extended beyond the bounds of the excavation. The burials were dated to the 6th century from grave goods, which included beads, knives, brooches, a sleeve clasp, girdle hangers and one complete pottery vessel. The more common brooch forms appear to be absent from the site, while more exotic forms were present. A lack of sleeve clasps was also noted, with one exception.{1}
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SLI7005 Report: Lindsey Archaeological Services. March 1999. Normanton Phase II Replacement Scheme. NHH98.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SK 9401 4608 (1000m by 381m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORMANTON, SOUTH KESTEVEN, LINCOLNSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Mar 21 2021 8:35PM
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