Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBarrow E of Red Barn

Barrow E of Red Barn

England
List entry 1002815
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Barrow E of Red Barn is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Dorset, England. The barrow forms part of a linear cemetery of multiple burial monuments in the landscape, typical of Bronze Age funerary practices in southern England. As a scheduled ancient monument, it represents an important archaeological resource for understanding prehistoric burial customs and settlement patterns in the region. The site's preservation and official designation reflect its significance as evidence of Bronze Age mortuary behaviour and the ritual landscape of Dorset during this period.

Barrow E of Red Barn is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002815. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Barrow E of Red Barn?

Barrow E of Red Barn is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Dorset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002815.

Who is responsible for protecting Barrow E of Red Barn?

Barrow E of Red Barn 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 1002815.

What other scheduled monuments are near Barrow E of Red Barn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two bowl barrows 720m south east of Friar Waddon House (6.8 km), Two bowl barrows immediately south of Bayard Dairy (7.2 km), Cross-ridge dyke on Windsbatch (7.3 km).

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