Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBowl barrow 40m north west of East Kennett long barrow forming part of a cemetery

Bowl barrow 40m north west of East Kennett long barrow forming part of a cemetery

England
List entry 1014037
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bowl barrow 40m north west of East Kennett long barrow is a Neolithic or Bronze Age funerary monument forming part of the cemetery complex associated with the East Kennett long barrow in Wiltshire. The barrow is a bowl-shaped mound characteristic of Bronze Age burial practice, situated within a landscape rich in prehistoric ritual and mortuary monuments. As part of the cemetery group clustered around the long barrow, it represents the continuation and diversification of burial customs at this significant site. The barrow contributes important archaeological evidence to understanding the evolution of funerary practices and settlement patterns in the Wiltshire downs during the later prehistoric period.

Bowl barrow 40m north west of East Kennett long barrow forming part of a cemetery is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014037. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bowl barrow 40m north west of East Kennett long barrow forming part of a cemetery?

Bowl barrow 40m north west of East Kennett long barrow is a Neolithic or Bronze Age funerary monument forming part of the cemetery complex associated with the East Kennett long barrow in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014037.

Who is responsible for protecting Bowl barrow 40m north west of East Kennett long barrow forming part of a cemetery?

Bowl barrow 40m north west of East Kennett long barrow forming part of a cemetery 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 1014037.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bowl barrow 40m north west of East Kennett long barrow forming part of a cemetery?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Three bowl barrows 600m south-west of Knap Cottage (3.2 km), Bowl barrow 150m north of the Alton White Horse (3.2 km), Three bell barrows and a pillow mound 400m south-west of Knap Cottage (3.2 km).

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