Scheduled MonumentsEnglandApron Full of Stones cairn

Apron Full of Stones cairn

England
List entry 1010447
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Apron Full of Stones cairn is a Neolithic or Bronze Age burial mound located in Yorkshire, England. The monument consists of a cairn formed from accumulated stones, a burial practice characteristic of upland regions during prehistory. The site is recorded on the National Heritage List for England under entry 1010447, reflecting its designated status as a monument of archaeological significance. As with many Yorkshire cairns, it represents evidence of ritual burial practices and settlement patterns in the region during the prehistoric period.

Apron Full of Stones cairn is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010447. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Apron Full of Stones cairn?

Apron Full of Stones cairn is a Neolithic or Bronze Age burial mound located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010447.

Who is responsible for protecting Apron Full of Stones cairn?

Apron Full of Stones cairn is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1010447.

What other scheduled monuments are near Apron Full of Stones cairn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Settlement 1/3 mile (540m) SE of Chapel le Dale (3.8 km), Eller Keld settlement site (3.9 km), Settlement 440yds (400m) SW of Twistleton Hall (4.2 km).

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