Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBowl barrow 870m southwest of Dale Farm

Bowl barrow 870m southwest of Dale Farm

England
List entry 1008217
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bowl barrow 870m southwest of Dale Farm is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Somerset. The barrow consists of a circular earthwork mound characteristic of the Bronze Age burial tradition, constructed as a grave marker and ritual focus for the interment of the deceased. Its presence in the Somerset landscape reflects the widespread distribution of such monuments across southern England during the Bronze Age period, when barrow construction represented a significant funerary practice among prehistoric communities. The site is recorded within the National Heritage List for England under entry number 1008217, confirming its status as a protected ancient monument of archaeological importance.

Bowl barrow 870m southwest of Dale Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008217. View the official record →

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What is Bowl barrow 870m southwest of Dale Farm?

Bowl barrow 870m southwest of Dale Farm is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008217.

Who is responsible for protecting Bowl barrow 870m southwest of Dale Farm?

Bowl barrow 870m southwest of Dale 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 1008217.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bowl barrow 870m southwest of Dale Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Rhinoceros Hole, Wookey (3.4 km), Bishop's palace (5.3 km), Early Christian settlement and monastic site at Marchey Farm (5.9 km).

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