However, not all of those given an Anglo-Saxon burial at this time were necessarily migrants or the descendents of migrants from continental Europe.

Certain Anglo-Saxon burials appeared to have ritualistic elements to them, implying that a religious rite was performed over them during the funeral.

When the topsoil was removed, early Anglo-Saxon burials were discovered in one corner, with some possessing high-status objects.

There are also probable Anglo-Saxon burials.

Early Anglo-Saxon burial involved both inhumation and cremation, with burials then being deposited in cemeteries.

It has been suggested that this was a secondary Anglo-Saxon burial, placed at the camp.

Broomfield is the site of an important Anglo-Saxon burial which was discovered by workmen in 1888 after which there was a partial excavation.

Prior to writing the work, Meaney had published several books dealing with Anglo-Saxon burials.

Anglo-Saxon burial remains from about AD 500 have also been discovered.

Finally in the summer of 2004 he was vindicated when Anglo-Saxon burials were found on the south side of the barrow.