Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBowl barrow 200m south of Leedown Cottage

Bowl barrow 200m south of Leedown Cottage

England
List entry 1016653
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Bowl barrow 200m south of Leedown Cottage is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Devon, England. The barrow survives as a roughly circular earthwork mound typical of the bowl barrow form, which represents a common funerary practice during the Bronze Age period. Such monuments were constructed as covering mounds over cremated or inhumed remains, often accompanied by grave goods, and their distribution across the Devon landscape reflects patterns of prehistoric settlement and social organisation. The barrow's preservation contributes to understanding Bronze Age funerary practices and land use in this region of south-western England.

Bowl barrow 200m south of Leedown Cottage is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016653. View the official record →

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What is Bowl barrow 200m south of Leedown Cottage?

Bowl barrow 200m south of Leedown Cottage is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016653.

Who is responsible for protecting Bowl barrow 200m south of Leedown Cottage?

Bowl barrow 200m south of Leedown Cottage 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 1016653.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bowl barrow 200m south of Leedown Cottage?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 140m west of Indicott (4.3 km), North Thorne deserted medieval village (5.3 km), Round barrow 1350yds (1234m) N of Ridge Gate (6.1 km).

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