More information : A Pagan Saxon burial of a female was found when a
stone pit at Castle Bytham was enlarged in 1850. Associated
grave goods included gilt ring fibula set with four gems, a
copper earring, a necklace of blue and green glass and terra
cotta beads, a beaver tooth set in a metal shank and a horse's
tooth drilled with holes, both probably worn as amulets, and a
jet button. (1)
It was ascertained from the manager of Castle Bytham Lime Pits
(centred at SK 990 180) that these were originally quarried for
stone, and were enlarged about 1850. No further information
obtained. (2)
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