Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBowl barrow 250m WSW of Valance Farm

Bowl barrow 250m WSW of Valance Farm

England
List entry 1015009
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bowl barrow 250m WSW of Valance Farm is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Cambridgeshire. The site comprises a circular earthwork mound typical of the bowl barrow type, which served as a burial structure during the Bronze Age period. Such monuments are amongst the most common form of ritual and funerary architecture from this era in eastern England, reflecting the importance of formal burial practices in Bronze Age society. The barrow's preservation and scheduled status indicate its archaeological significance as evidence of prehistoric settlement and ceremonial practice in the region.

Bowl barrow 250m WSW of Valance Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015009. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bowl barrow 250m WSW of Valance Farm?

Bowl barrow 250m WSW of Valance Farm is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Cambridgeshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015009.

Who is responsible for protecting Bowl barrow 250m WSW of Valance Farm?

Bowl barrow 250m WSW of Valance Farm 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 1015009.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bowl barrow 250m WSW of Valance Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ring Hill camp (5 km), Chiswick Hall moated site (5.3 km), Audley End Mansion (5.5 km).

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