Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBowl barrow 390m northwest of Fernhill Farm

Bowl barrow 390m northwest of Fernhill Farm

England
List entry 1009763
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Bowl barrow 390m northwest of Fernhill Farm is a Neolithic or Bronze Age funerary monument located in Somerset. The barrow takes the form of a circular earthwork mound, characteristic of burial structures erected during these prehistoric periods. Such monuments typically contained primary or secondary burials, often accompanied by grave goods, though the specific contents of this example are not documented in readily available records. The site's survival into the present day demonstrates the enduring archaeological value of barrow cemeteries in understanding early British mortuary practices and settlement patterns.

Bowl barrow 390m northwest of Fernhill Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009763. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bowl barrow 390m northwest of Fernhill Farm?

Bowl barrow 390m northwest of Fernhill Farm is a Neolithic or Bronze Age funerary monument located in Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009763.

Who is responsible for protecting Bowl barrow 390m northwest of Fernhill Farm?

Bowl barrow 390m northwest of Fernhill 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 1009763.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bowl barrow 390m northwest of Fernhill Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Outlook Cave (7.1 km), Bracelet Cave (7.4 km), Bowl barrow 435m north west of Ivy Cottage (7.6 km).

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