Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBowl barrow 120m west of East Kennett long barrow forming part of a cemetery

Bowl barrow 120m west of East Kennett long barrow forming part of a cemetery

England
List entry 1014035
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bowl barrow 120m west of East Kennett long barrow is a Neolithic burial mound located in Wiltshire, forming part of a cemetery group associated with the East Kennett long barrow. The monument comprises a circular earthwork typical of bowl barrow construction, representing a distinct burial tradition that developed alongside longer megalithic structures during the Neolithic period. Its position within a defined cemetery landscape demonstrates organised use of the burial ground over time, with individual inhumations interred within the mound structure. The barrow survives as an upstanding earthwork feature and remains archaeologically significant as part of the ritual landscape surrounding one of Wiltshire's notable megalithic monuments.

Bowl barrow 120m west of East Kennett long barrow forming part of a cemetery is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014035. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bowl barrow 120m west of East Kennett long barrow forming part of a cemetery?

Bowl barrow 120m west of East Kennett long barrow is a Neolithic burial mound located in Wiltshire, forming part of a cemetery group associated with the East Kennett long barrow. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014035.

Who is responsible for protecting Bowl barrow 120m west of East Kennett long barrow forming part of a cemetery?

Bowl barrow 120m west of East Kennett long barrow forming part of a cemetery 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 1014035.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bowl barrow 120m west of East Kennett long barrow forming part of a cemetery?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 150m north of the Alton White Horse (3.1 km), Three bowl barrows 600m south-west of Knap Cottage (3.1 km), Three bell barrows and a pillow mound 400m south-west of Knap Cottage (3.1 km).

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