Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBowl barrow in Easneye Wood, 110m south-east of Dairy Farm

Bowl barrow in Easneye Wood, 110m south-east of Dairy Farm

England
List entry 1009249
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bowl barrow in Easneye Wood, 110m south-east of Dairy Farm, is a Bronze Age funerary monument consisting of an earthen mound raised over a burial deposit. The barrow survives as a roughly circular dome-shaped earthwork and represents a common form of elite burial practice during the Bronze Age period, roughly 2200 to 700 BC. Such monuments typically contained inhumations or cremations accompanied by grave goods, though the specific contents of this particular barrow are not documented in the accessible archaeological record. The site's survival in woodland has aided preservation of its earthwork structure, making it a significant example of Bronze Age funerary practice in Hertfordshire.

Bowl barrow in Easneye Wood, 110m south-east of Dairy Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009249. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bowl barrow in Easneye Wood, 110m south-east of Dairy Farm?

Bowl barrow in Easneye Wood, 110m south-east of Dairy Farm, is a Bronze Age funerary monument consisting of an earthen mound raised over a burial deposit. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009249.

Who is responsible for protecting Bowl barrow in Easneye Wood, 110m south-east of Dairy Farm?

Bowl barrow in Easneye Wood, 110m south-east of Dairy 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 1009249.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bowl barrow in Easneye Wood, 110m south-east of Dairy Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Rye House moated enclosure and gatehouse (3.9 km), Nether Hall (5.6 km), Cold War Heavy Anti-aircraft gun site, 330m and 220m north east of Halls Green Farm (6 km).

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