Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBell barrow in Shoulder of Mutton Wood

Bell barrow in Shoulder of Mutton Wood

England
List entry 1007459
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bell barrow in Shoulder of Mutton Wood is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Kent, England. The site consists of a characteristic bell barrow form, comprising a central burial mound surrounded by a ditch and outer bank, a classic configuration from the Bronze Age period. Such monuments typically date from the early to middle Bronze Age and served as prestigious burial places for individuals of elevated status within their communities. The barrow's preservation within the woodland setting has allowed the monument to retain its archaeological integrity as a scheduled ancient monument.

Bell barrow in Shoulder of Mutton Wood is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007459. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bell barrow in Shoulder of Mutton Wood?

Bell barrow in Shoulder of Mutton Wood is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Kent, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007459.

Who is responsible for protecting Bell barrow in Shoulder of Mutton Wood?

Bell barrow in Shoulder of Mutton Wood 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 1007459.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bell barrow in Shoulder of Mutton Wood?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Little Kit's Coty House Megalithic Tomb. (5.1 km), White Horse Stone, Aylesford (5.6 km), Aylesford Bridge (6.3 km).

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