More information : [SJ 8750 3666] Saxons' Lowe (NR) (1) Saxon's Lowe (NAT) (2) "Saxon Low. Fragments of Bronze Age urns, now in the possession of Mr Charles Lynam, FSA." (3) An irregular mound diameter 241ft by 315ft, height 38ft. See plan.(4)
Saxon's Low, locally called Hangman's Low. The northern side is a natural formation of red sandstone which has been quarried. Above the quarry the ground is evidently artificial. We are not aware of any legends in connection with the origin of this mound, nor of any relics having been discovered. (5) Saxon's Lowe is a natural sandstone knoll. The summit is slightly rounded but there is now no surveyable evidence of a barrow. (6) No change. (7) Scheduled under Castles and Fortifications. (8)
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