Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBowl barrow on Rushford Heath 180m west of Peddar's Way

Bowl barrow on Rushford Heath 180m west of Peddar's Way

England
List entry 1018098
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bowl barrow on Rushford Heath 180m west of Peddar's Way is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Suffolk, England. The monument consists of a simple hemispherical earthwork typical of bowl barrow form, representing a funerary tradition that was prevalent in the British Bronze Age. Located in proximity to Peddar's Way, the Roman road that traverses Norfolk and Suffolk, the barrow occupies a landscape of archaeological significance with evidence of Bronze Age settlement and funerary activity. The site has been recognised and protected as a scheduled monument due to its historical importance as evidence of prehistoric burial practices and land use in East Anglia.

Bowl barrow on Rushford Heath 180m west of Peddar's Way is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018098. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bowl barrow on Rushford Heath 180m west of Peddar's Way?

Bowl barrow on Rushford Heath 180m west of Peddar's Way is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Suffolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018098.

Who is responsible for protecting Bowl barrow on Rushford Heath 180m west of Peddar's Way?

Bowl barrow on Rushford Heath 180m west of Peddar's Way 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 1018098.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bowl barrow on Rushford Heath 180m west of Peddar's Way?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow on Hut Hill, Knettishall Heath (1.5 km), Rushford Bridge See also SUFFOLK 242 (1.7 km), Rushford Bridge See also NORFOLK 85 (1.7 km).

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