NHER 3256 (Monument record) - Possible Roman cemetery
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Summary
Roman urns found in 1882 and 1903 in gravel pits west of the main Hunstanton Road suggest the presence of a Roman cemetery.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TF62NE |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | SANDRINGHAM, WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK |
Map
Full Description
1882 and 1903. In gravel pits west of main Hunstanton Road opposite 6th milestone. Roman urns found. ?cemetery.
Information from H. L. Bradfer-Lawrence, 1933.
On our map, plotted at this point; Ordnance Survey put it slightly to north at 6736 2686.
Ordnance Survey Records.
R.J. Rickett (NAU), 16 March 1990
Associated Sources (3)
- --- SNF4564 Monograph: Beloe, E.M.. 1904. British Association Guide to Lynn, Castle Rising and Sandringham.. p 17.
- --- SNF87260 Record Card: Clarke, R. R. and NCM Staff. 1933-1973. Norwich Castle Museum Record Card - Roman. Sandringham.
- --- SNF57722 Record Card: NAU Staff. 1974-1988. Norfolk Archaeological Index Primary Record Card.
Site and Feature Types and Periods (1)
Object Types (1)
- POT (Roman - 43 AD to 409 AD)
Related NHER Records (0)
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Record last edited
Nov 19 2025 8:52AM