Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBowl barrow 380m south east of Southfield Farm

Bowl barrow 380m south east of Southfield Farm

England
List entry 1010178
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bowl barrow 380m south east of Southfield Farm is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Somerset, England. The barrow is a characteristic example of the bowl-shaped burial mounds that were constructed during the Bronze Age, typically serving as a focal point for communal or high-status burials. The monument survives as an earthwork and represents an important element of the prehistoric ritual landscape of the region. Its designation as a scheduled ancient monument reflects its archaeological significance as evidence of Bronze Age settlement patterns and mortuary practices in Somerset.

Bowl barrow 380m south east of Southfield Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010178. View the official record →

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What is Bowl barrow 380m south east of Southfield Farm?

Bowl barrow 380m south east of Southfield Farm is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Somerset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010178.

Who is responsible for protecting Bowl barrow 380m south east of Southfield Farm?

Bowl barrow 380m south east of Southfield 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 1010178.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bowl barrow 380m south east of Southfield Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Rhinoceros Hole, Wookey (2.6 km), Browne's Gate (3.8 km), Bishop's Palace ruined portions, walls and well house (3.9 km).

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