Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBell barrow 70m west of Fidler's Green

Bell barrow 70m west of Fidler's Green

England
List entry 1017262
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bell barrow 70m west of Fidler's Green is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Dorset, England. The site represents a typical example of bell barrow construction, a distinctive funerary form characterised by a mound surrounded by a ditch and outer bank, which dates to the Early to Middle Bronze Age period. The monument retains its earthwork form and remains an important archaeological record of prehistoric burial practices in the region. Its official designation as a scheduled ancient monument reflects its significance as evidence of Bronze Age settlement and ritual activity in Dorset.

Bell barrow 70m west of Fidler's Green is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017262. View the official record →

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What is Bell barrow 70m west of Fidler's Green?

Bell barrow 70m west of Fidler's Green is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Dorset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017262.

Who is responsible for protecting Bell barrow 70m west of Fidler's Green?

Bell barrow 70m west of Fidler's Green 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 1017262.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bell barrow 70m west of Fidler's Green?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Group of round barrows on North Bincombe Hill, S of Came Wood (8.8 km), Long barrow 400yds (360m) NW of Hill Barn (9.1 km), Group of barrows on West Hill (9.4 km).

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