Street House Anglo-Saxon cemetery

Street House cemetery is an archaeological site containing 109 graves arranged in a square pattern within an Iron Age enclosure. The layout spans roughly 36 by 34 meters and preserves evidence of how people lived and buried their dead during this period.

Excavations between 2005 and 2007 revealed burial grounds from the 7th century, uncovering buildings and numerous artifacts that shed light on settlement life. The findings demonstrate how communities of this era honored their dead and expressed their values through grave goods.

The cemetery reflects how people buried their dead following both Christian and pagan customs. Male burials included weapons and tools, while female burials contained jewelry and household goods.

The artifacts from this site, including jewelry and burial goods, are displayed at Kirkleatham Museum in Redcar for visitors to see. Visiting the museum provides a fuller understanding of the objects and their importance to the community.

At the center of the cemetery lies a high-status bed burial of a woman adorned with gold pendants, precious stones, and iron ornaments. This richly furnished grave was remarkable for its time and hints at royal connections.

Location: Loftus

GPS coordinates: 54.56280,-0.85722

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:47