Commemorating change: an archaeological interpretation of monuments in Norfolk before 1400

Early monumental commemoration is often examined within the confines of particular forms or materials and is rarely considered holistically within a regional or spatial context. This study integrates the results of the latest fieldwork to offer an overview of commemoration in Norfolk before 1400. It is suggested that commemoration in the 11th and 12th centuries marked significant moments in the development of the parochial system as well as important patrons. Discontinuities in commemorative practices also emerge when these slabs are examined alongside monuments from the 13th century, suggesting changing priorities.