Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBowl barrow forming part of a cemetery 800m east of Kitchen Barrow

Bowl barrow forming part of a cemetery 800m east of Kitchen Barrow

England
List entry 1014026
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bowl barrow forming part of a cemetery 800m east of Kitchen Barrow is a Neolithic or Bronze Age funerary monument located in Wiltshire. The barrow is one of several burial mounds within this cemetery complex, which represents an important concentration of prehistoric ritual and burial activity in the region. Bowl barrows of this type are characteristic earthworks of the Bronze Age, typically consisting of a single central burial chamber beneath a dome-shaped mound of earth and chalk. The site's designation as a scheduled monument reflects its archaeological significance as evidence of prehistoric mortuary practices and settlement patterns in Wiltshire.

Bowl barrow forming part of a cemetery 800m east of Kitchen Barrow is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014026. View the official record →

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What is Bowl barrow forming part of a cemetery 800m east of Kitchen Barrow?

Bowl barrow forming part of a cemetery 800m east of Kitchen Barrow is a Neolithic or Bronze Age funerary monument located in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014026.

Who is responsible for protecting Bowl barrow forming part of a cemetery 800m east of Kitchen Barrow?

Bowl barrow forming part of a cemetery 800m east of Kitchen Barrow 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 1014026.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bowl barrow forming part of a cemetery 800m east of Kitchen Barrow?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including All Cannings Cross, an Early Iron Age settlement site (1.4 km), Adam's Grave: a long barrow on Walker's Hill (4 km), Three bell barrows and a pillow mound 400m south-west of Knap Cottage (4.2 km).

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