Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBarrow 30yds (27m) E of Dorset Cursus

Barrow 30yds (27m) E of Dorset Cursus

England
List entry 1002793
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Barrow 30yds (27m) E of Dorset Cursus is a Bronze Age burial mound located near the Dorset Cursus in Dorset, England. The barrow forms part of the funerary landscape associated with the Neolithic cursus monument, indicating the continued ritual significance of the area across successive prehistoric periods. As a scheduled ancient monument, it represents an important element of the archaeological record documenting Bronze Age burial practices in southern England. The site's proximity to the Dorset Cursus suggests complex patterns of land use and ceremonial activity extending from the Neolithic into the Bronze Age.

Barrow 30yds (27m) E of Dorset Cursus is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002793. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Barrow 30yds (27m) E of Dorset Cursus?

Barrow 30yds (27m) E of Dorset Cursus is a Bronze Age burial mound located near the Dorset Cursus in Dorset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002793.

Who is responsible for protecting Barrow 30yds (27m) E of Dorset Cursus?

Barrow 30yds (27m) E of Dorset Cursus 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 1002793.

What other scheduled monuments are near Barrow 30yds (27m) E of Dorset Cursus?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval settlement 750m north west of Knowlton (6.5 km), Group of henge monuments, an associated group of round barrows, a Saxon cemetery, and a Norman church at Knowlton (6.8 km), Round barrow cemetery south of New Barn Farm, associated with the Knowlton Circles (7.2 km).

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