ANGLO SAXON BURIAL GROUND

In 1999 building work in Church End in Cherry Hinton (a short distance from the church)
during excavation work, workers found one of the most important cemeteries in this country. Over 660 burials dating from the 10C to the 12C were found with a little chapel bounded by a large ditch. The remains represent an unique resource and an assessment by English Heritage concluded that they were of national importance for future study. (Remains are kept to study to help illuminate the lives of previous generations and to help with modern scientific studies.)
It was hoped at one time that the bones could be buried in St Andrew's cemetery, but because of their importance, this is now not possible. However they are commemorated in the churchyard (see picture).

The Cambridgeshire County Council Archaeological Department have prepared a full report for anyone interested in seeing more details