Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBowl barrow 50m north east of East Kennett long barrow forming part of a cemetery

Bowl barrow 50m north east of East Kennett long barrow forming part of a cemetery

England
List entry 1014039
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bowl barrow 50m north east of East Kennett long barrow is a Neolithic burial mound forming part of a cemetery associated with the East Kennett long barrow in Wiltshire. The barrow is a round mound characteristic of the bowl barrow type, which typically consists of a raised earthwork constructed over one or more burial deposits. It lies within a landscape rich in prehistoric funerary monuments, positioned in close proximity to the nearby Neolithic long barrow that gives the locality its name. The barrow represents a phase of burial practice contemporary with or following the construction of the long barrow, contributing to the archaeological significance of this important Wiltshire monument complex.

Bowl barrow 50m north east of East Kennett long barrow forming part of a cemetery is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014039. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bowl barrow 50m north east of East Kennett long barrow forming part of a cemetery?

Bowl barrow 50m north east of East Kennett long barrow is a Neolithic burial mound forming part of a cemetery associated with the East Kennett long barrow in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014039.

Who is responsible for protecting Bowl barrow 50m north east of East Kennett long barrow forming part of a cemetery?

Bowl barrow 50m north east 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 1014039.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bowl barrow 50m north east 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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