Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBowl barrow 490m south east of Milton Cross

Bowl barrow 490m south east of Milton Cross

England
List entry 1014112
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bowl barrow 490m south east of Milton Cross is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Herefordshire. The site consists of a circular earthwork mound typical of bowl barrows, a common funerary form throughout prehistoric Britain dating to the Bronze Age period. Such monuments served as burial places, often containing inhumations or cremations accompanied by grave goods that reflected the status and beliefs of their communities. This example contributes to the archaeological record of Bronze Age settlement and mortuary practices in the Herefordshire landscape.

Bowl barrow 490m south east of Milton Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014112. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bowl barrow 490m south east of Milton Cross?

Bowl barrow 490m south east of Milton Cross is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Herefordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014112.

Who is responsible for protecting Bowl barrow 490m south east of Milton Cross?

Bowl barrow 490m south east of Milton 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 1014112.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bowl barrow 490m south east of Milton Cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dovecote at Luntley Court (4.5 km), Moated mound S of church (6.5 km), Offa's Dyke: the section E of Garden Wood, extending SE 85yds (80m) (7.2 km).

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