Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBarrow and mortuary enclosure 1100m WNW of Octagon Farm: part of a Neolithic and Bronze Age mortuary complex

Barrow and mortuary enclosure 1100m WNW of Octagon Farm: part of a Neolithic and Bronze Age mortuary complex

England
List entry 1007327
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Barrow and mortuary enclosure 1100m WNW of Octagon Farm is a Neolithic and Bronze Age funerary monument located in Bedfordshire, England. The site forms part of a wider mortuary complex dating to prehistoric periods, reflecting changing burial practices and ritual behaviour across several millennia. The monument comprises both a barrow mound and associated mortuary enclosure, indicating the structured ceremonial treatment of the dead during the Neolithic and Bronze Age periods. Its survival as a scheduled ancient monument contributes to understanding the funerary landscape and settlement patterns of prehistoric Bedfordshire.

Barrow and mortuary enclosure 1100m WNW of Octagon Farm: part of a Neolithic and Bronze Age mortuary complex is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007327. View the official record →

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What is Barrow and mortuary enclosure 1100m WNW of Octagon Farm: part of a Neolithic and Bronze Age mortuary complex?

Barrow and mortuary enclosure 1100m WNW of Octagon Farm is a Neolithic and Bronze Age funerary monument located in Bedfordshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007327.

Who is responsible for protecting Barrow and mortuary enclosure 1100m WNW of Octagon Farm: part of a Neolithic and Bronze Age mortuary complex?

Barrow and mortuary enclosure 1100m WNW of Octagon Farm: part of a Neolithic and Bronze Age mortuary complex 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 1007327.

What other scheduled monuments are near Barrow and mortuary enclosure 1100m WNW of Octagon Farm: part of a Neolithic and Bronze Age mortuary complex?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Site discovered by aerial photography S of village (2.8 km), The Moot Hall (4.2 km), Elstow Manor House (Remains of) (4.3 km).

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