Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBenthall round cairn

Benthall round cairn

England
List entry 1008430
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Benthall round cairn is a prehistoric burial monument located in Northumberland, England. The site is a round cairn, a form of ceremonial burial structure characteristic of Bronze Age funerary practice in northern Britain. As a scheduled ancient monument, it represents an important survival of the region's early metalworking period landscape. The cairn's construction and positioning reflect the funerary traditions and ritual practices of Bronze Age communities in this part of Northumberland.

Benthall round cairn is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008430. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Benthall round cairn?

Benthall round cairn is a prehistoric burial monument located in Northumberland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008430.

Who is responsible for protecting Benthall round cairn?

Benthall round cairn 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 1008430.

What other scheduled monuments are near Benthall round cairn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Ebba's chapel and monastic site (0.3 km), Deserted medieval village and chapel at Tughall (3.5 km), Preston Tower (6.4 km).

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