Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBell barrow and disc barrow on Horsell Common

Bell barrow and disc barrow on Horsell Common

England
List entry 1009483
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bell barrow and disc barrow on Horsell Common is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Surrey. The site comprises two distinct barrow types situated on the common, representing different traditions of burial mound construction from the Bronze Age period. The bell barrow takes its name from its characteristic dome-shaped form, whilst the disc barrow is distinguished by its flatter profile with a defined circular ditch and bank. These monuments testify to the ritual practices and settlement patterns of Bronze Age communities in the Surrey Weald.

Bell barrow and disc barrow on Horsell Common is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009483. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bell barrow and disc barrow on Horsell Common?

Bell barrow and disc barrow on Horsell Common is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Surrey. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009483.

Who is responsible for protecting Bell barrow and disc barrow on Horsell Common?

Bell barrow and disc barrow on Horsell Common 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 1009483.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bell barrow and disc barrow on Horsell Common?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bell barrow on Horsell Common immediately east of Monument Road (0.2 km), Woking Palace moated site, fishponds and ruins at Oldhall Copse (3.1 km), Goldsworth or Langman's Bridge, Basingstoke Canal (3.2 km).

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