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Belas Knap is a Neolithic long barrow situated on the Cotswolds in Gloucestershire, dating to approximately 3500–2500 BCE. The monument comprises an elongated earthen mound aligned north-south, originally measuring some 60 metres in length, with a distinctive false entrance on its northern face—a characteristic feature of certain British long barrows that may have served ceremonial or symbolic functions rather than practical access. The barrow contained multiple burial chambers and evidence of Neolithic inhumations, indicating its primary use as a communal sepulchral monument. Its well-preserved condition and architectural sophistication exemplify the sophisticated funerary practices of early Neolithic communities on the Cotswold plateau.
Belas Knap long barrow 600m ESE of Hill Barn Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008199. View the official record →
Belas Knap is a Neolithic long barrow situated on the Cotswolds in Gloucestershire, dating to approximately 3500–2500 BCE. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008199.
Belas Knap long barrow 600m ESE of Hill Barn Farm 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 1008199.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman small town at Wycomb (5.5 km), Camp at Upper Dowdeswell (6.6 km), Hillfort 320m north east of Castle Barn Farm (6.7 km).
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