Scheduled MonumentsEnglandApron Full of Stones cairn

Apron Full of Stones cairn

England
List entry 1010447
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Apron Full of Stones cairn is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Yorkshire, England. The cairn consists of a substantial heap of stones that served as a burial structure characteristic of the Bronze Age period, roughly 2200 to 700 BCE. Such cairns were constructed to mark the graves of individuals or communities and often contained cremated remains or inhumations. The site represents an important archaeological record of Bronze Age mortuary practices and settlement patterns in the Yorkshire landscape.

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 Bronze Age funerary monument 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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