Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBell barrow on West Rudham Common, 950m SSE of the Grange

Bell barrow on West Rudham Common, 950m SSE of the Grange

England
List entry 1010560
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bell barrow on West Rudham Common is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Norfolk, England. The monument consists of a central mound surrounded by a ditch, a characteristic form of the bell barrow type that was constructed during the Bronze Age. Such monuments served as burial sites for individuals of significance within their communities and are commonly found across East Anglia. The barrow's survival on West Rudham Common represents an important archaeological resource for understanding Bronze Age burial practices and settlement patterns in Norfolk.

Bell barrow on West Rudham Common, 950m SSE of the Grange is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010560. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bell barrow on West Rudham Common, 950m SSE of the Grange?

Bell barrow on West Rudham Common is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Norfolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010560.

Who is responsible for protecting Bell barrow on West Rudham Common, 950m SSE of the Grange?

Bell barrow on West Rudham Common, 950m SSE of the Grange 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 1010560.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bell barrow on West Rudham Common, 950m SSE of the Grange?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman villa one mile (1600m) E of village (2 km), Two bowl barrows on Massingham Common: 900m and 930m south west of Field Barn (4.3 km), Group of barrows in Weasenham Plantation (5.8 km).

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