Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBowl barrow on Weaver Hills 550m south of Weaver Farm

Bowl barrow on Weaver Hills 550m south of Weaver Farm

England
List entry 1009439
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bowl barrow on Weaver Hills 550m south of Weaver Farm is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Staffordshire. The barrow consists of an earthen mound characteristic of Bronze Age burial practice, constructed to cover cremated or inhumed remains of deceased individuals. Such bowl barrows represent a widespread burial tradition across Britain during the Bronze Age period, typically dating from around 2000 to 1000 BC. The monument's location on Weaver Hills places it within a landscape that would have held ritual and ceremonial significance for prehistoric communities in the region.

Bowl barrow on Weaver Hills 550m south of Weaver Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009439. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bowl barrow on Weaver Hills 550m south of Weaver Farm?

Bowl barrow on Weaver Hills 550m south of Weaver Farm is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Staffordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009439.

Who is responsible for protecting Bowl barrow on Weaver Hills 550m south of Weaver Farm?

Bowl barrow on Weaver Hills 550m south of Weaver 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 1009439.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bowl barrow on Weaver Hills 550m south of Weaver Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Marlpit Lane bowl barrow (3.3 km), Calwich Low bowl barrow (3.7 km), Ellastone Bridge (4.2 km).

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