Thetford Hoard: Evidence of Continued Paganism in East Anglia Until the 5th Century

Recent discoveries from a treasure hoard unearthed in Thetford Forest, East Anglia, reveal compelling evidence that the region remained pagan until the 5th century CE, a significant extension beyond the previously established timeline of the late 4th century (380-390s CE).This finding not only reshapes our understanding of Thetford's religious landscape but also highlights the enduring cultural practices that persisted well into the post-Roman era.Recent research has re-evaluated the timeline of the Thetford hoard, suggesting that this significant treasure was buried in the 5th century CE, specifically during the 420s to 440s, which marks a notable shift from the previously accepted...