Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBowl barrow at north-west end of summit of Gratton Hill

Bowl barrow at north-west end of summit of Gratton Hill

England
List entry 1009523
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bowl barrow at north-west end of summit of Gratton Hill is a Bronze Age burial mound situated on high ground in Staffordshire. The monument takes the form of a simple bowl-shaped earthwork, characteristic of burial practices during the Bronze Age period. Its location at the summit of Gratton Hill suggests a deliberately prominent siting, typical of barrows from this era which often occupied visually commanding positions across the landscape. The barrow represents evidence of funerary practice and social organisation during the Bronze Age, contributing to the archaeological record of burial customs in the Midlands region.

Bowl barrow at north-west end of summit of Gratton Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009523. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bowl barrow at north-west end of summit of Gratton Hill?

Bowl barrow at north-west end of summit of Gratton Hill is a Bronze Age burial mound situated on high ground in Staffordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009523.

Who is responsible for protecting Bowl barrow at north-west end of summit of Gratton Hill?

Bowl barrow at north-west end of summit of Gratton Hill 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 1009523.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bowl barrow at north-west end of summit of Gratton Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dun Low bowl barrow (7.9 km), Bowl barrow 510m north of Latham Hall (7.9 km), Bowl barrow 380m south-west of Blore Church (8 km).

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