Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBell barrow north-west of Brooms Farm

Bell barrow north-west of Brooms Farm

England
List entry 1013047
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bell barrow north-west of Brooms Farm is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Sussex, England. The site consists of a prominent mound surrounded by a ditch, characteristic of the bell barrow form which emerged during the Early Bronze Age, approximately 2000 to 1500 BCE. Bell barrows of this type typically contained high-status burials and served as focal points for ritual activity within their contemporary landscapes. The monument's survival to the present day, despite agricultural use of the surrounding land, makes it a significant archaeological resource for understanding Bronze Age burial practices and social organisation in southern England.

Bell barrow north-west of Brooms Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013047. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bell barrow north-west of Brooms Farm?

Bell barrow north-west of Brooms Farm is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Sussex, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013047.

Who is responsible for protecting Bell barrow north-west of Brooms Farm?

Bell barrow north-west of Brooms 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 1013047.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bell barrow north-west of Brooms Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Chichester Dyke, earthwork extending 250yds (230m) in Densworth Copse (8.4 km), Chichester Dyke, earthwork extending 300yds (270m) W of Densworth House (8.5 km), Chichester Dyke, earthwork extending N 480yds (440m) from The Drive, Summersdale, near Chichester (9 km).

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