Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBowl barrow 690m north of Rockley Manor: part of the Rockley Plantation barrow cemetery

Bowl barrow 690m north of Rockley Manor: part of the Rockley Plantation barrow cemetery

England
List entry 1012258
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Overview

History & significance

Bowl barrow 690m north of Rockley Manor is a Bronze Age burial monument forming part of the Rockley Plantation barrow cemetery in Wiltshire. The structure comprises a circular mound of earth and stone typical of bowl barrows, a funerary form prevalent during the Bronze Age in southern England. Located within a significant concentration of similar monuments, this barrow contributes to the archaeological understanding of prehistoric burial practices and settlement patterns in the region. The site is designated as a scheduled ancient monument, reflecting its importance to the archaeological record.

Bowl barrow 690m north of Rockley Manor: part of the Rockley Plantation barrow cemetery is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012258. View the official record →

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What is Bowl barrow 690m north of Rockley Manor: part of the Rockley Plantation barrow cemetery?

Bowl barrow 690m north of Rockley Manor is a Bronze Age burial monument forming part of the Rockley Plantation barrow cemetery in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012258.

Who is responsible for protecting Bowl barrow 690m north of Rockley Manor: part of the Rockley Plantation barrow cemetery?

Bowl barrow 690m north of Rockley Manor: part of the Rockley Plantation barrow 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 1012258.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bowl barrow 690m north of Rockley Manor: part of the Rockley Plantation barrow cemetery?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Martinsell Hill camp (8.7 km), Group of barrows on Draycott Hill (9 km), Giant's Grave (Martinsell Hill) (9.3 km).

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