Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBowl barrow 30m north of Lilla Cross

Bowl barrow 30m north of Lilla Cross

England
List entry 1020951
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Bowl barrow 30m north of Lilla Cross is a Bronze Age funerary monument located on the North York Moors near Whitby, Yorkshire. The barrow survives as a substantial earthen mound constructed during the second millennium BC, representing a characteristic form of burial monument from the Bronze Age period. Its proximity to Lilla Cross, a standing stone also of prehistoric date, suggests the site formed part of a wider ritual landscape. The barrow has been formally recorded and protected as a scheduled ancient monument due to its archaeological significance and potential to contribute to understanding Bronze Age burial practices and settlement patterns in this upland region.

Bowl barrow 30m north of Lilla Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020951. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bowl barrow 30m north of Lilla Cross?

Bowl barrow 30m north of Lilla Cross is a Bronze Age funerary monument located on the North York Moors near Whitby, Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020951.

Who is responsible for protecting Bowl barrow 30m north of Lilla Cross?

Bowl barrow 30m north of Lilla Cross 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 1020951.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bowl barrow 30m north of Lilla Cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round cairn in Dalby Forest, 340m south of Jingleby Tower (10 km), Two round barrows 680m south west of Jingleby Tower (10 km), Round barrow 740m south west of Jingleby Tower (10 km).

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