Aston Tump

England
List entry 1001753
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Aston Tump is a Bronze Age round barrow situated in Herefordshire. The monument consists of a circular earthwork mound which represents a burial monument typical of the Bronze Age period, when such tumuli were constructed as funerary structures across the English landscape. As a scheduled monument and entry on the National Heritage List for England, Aston Tump represents an important archaeological site documenting prehistoric burial practices in the Welsh Marches region.

Aston Tump is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1001753. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Aston Tump?

Aston Tump is a Bronze Age round barrow situated in Herefordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1001753.

Who is responsible for protecting Aston Tump?

Aston Tump 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 1001753.

What other scheduled monuments are near Aston Tump?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Richard's Castle: a motte and bailey with an enclosed settlement. (2.8 km), Dovecot at Court House (3.6 km), Croft Ambrey (camp) (5.4 km).

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