Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBowl barrow in Petley Wood

Bowl barrow in Petley Wood

England
List entry 1010802
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bowl barrow in Petley Wood is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Sussex, England. The monument comprises a circular earthen mound of typical bowl barrow form, representing a common funerary monument type constructed during the Bronze Age period. Such barrows functioned as burial places for individuals of elevated status within prehistoric communities and often contained cremated or inhumed remains, sometimes accompanied by grave goods. The site contributes to the archaeological record of Bronze Age funerary practices in the South East of England.

Bowl barrow in Petley Wood is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010802. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bowl barrow in Petley Wood?

Bowl barrow in Petley Wood is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Sussex, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010802.

Who is responsible for protecting Bowl barrow in Petley Wood?

Bowl barrow in Petley Wood 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 1010802.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bowl barrow in Petley Wood?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Battle Abbey (2.5 km), Romano-British iron working site in Beauport Park (3.3 km), Manor house (remains of) (5.2 km).

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