Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBowl barrow 1020m south east of Charisworth Cottages

Bowl barrow 1020m south east of Charisworth Cottages

England
List entry 1014846
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bowl barrow 1020m south east of Charisworth Cottages is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Dorset. The site consists of a circular earthwork characteristic of bowl barrows, a common burial form during the Bronze Age period. Such monuments typically comprised a single central grave beneath a mound of earth and stone, serving to inter an individual or small group and marking a significant place in the contemporary landscape. The barrow's survival as an identifiable archaeological feature demonstrates the enduring presence of Bronze Age burial practice in the Dorset countryside.

Bowl barrow 1020m south east of Charisworth Cottages is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014846. View the official record →

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What is Bowl barrow 1020m south east of Charisworth Cottages?

Bowl barrow 1020m south east of Charisworth Cottages is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Dorset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014846.

Who is responsible for protecting Bowl barrow 1020m south east of Charisworth Cottages?

Bowl barrow 1020m south east of Charisworth Cottages 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 1014846.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bowl barrow 1020m south east of Charisworth Cottages?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 610m east of Bere Heath Farm (8.6 km), Bowl barrow on Morden Heath, 282m north-east of Decoy House (9.4 km), Bowl barrow in Throop Clump, 450m west of Heatherdown (9.6 km).

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