Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBowl barrow on Withery Low

Bowl barrow on Withery Low

England
List entry 1008936
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bowl barrow on Withery Low is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Derbyshire. The site comprises a circular earthen mound characteristic of bowl barrows, a common burial form in Britain during the Bronze Age period. Such monuments typically contained cremated or inhumed remains, often accompanied by grave goods, and served as focal points for ritual activity within prehistoric landscapes. The barrow's preservation on Withery Low contributes to the understanding of Bronze Age settlement patterns and funerary practices in the East Midlands region.

Bowl barrow on Withery Low is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008936. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bowl barrow on Withery Low?

Bowl barrow on Withery Low is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Derbyshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008936.

Who is responsible for protecting Bowl barrow on Withery Low?

Bowl barrow on Withery Low 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 1008936.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bowl barrow on Withery Low?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round cairn at Gospel Hillocks, Cowdale (5.1 km), Oval Cairn at Gospel Hillocks, Cowdale (5.2 km), Bowl barrow known as Priestcliffe Low, 200m west of Low End Farm (5.7 km).

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