Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBowl barrow: one of three round barrows on Thirteen Hundred Down

Bowl barrow: one of three round barrows on Thirteen Hundred Down

England
List entry 1009902
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bowl barrow is a round barrow located on Thirteen Hundred Down in Wiltshire, England. The monument dates to the Bronze Age and represents one of three barrows surviving on this downland site. Bowl barrows of this period typically consist of a central burial mound with a flattened or gently rounded summit, distinguishing them from other round barrow types such as bell or disc barrows. The site contributes to the archaeological significance of the wider Thirteen Hundred Down landscape, which preserves evidence of prehistoric funerary and ritual activity.

Bowl barrow: one of three round barrows on Thirteen Hundred Down is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009902. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bowl barrow: one of three round barrows on Thirteen Hundred Down?

Bowl barrow is a round barrow located on Thirteen Hundred Down in Wiltshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009902.

Who is responsible for protecting Bowl barrow: one of three round barrows on Thirteen Hundred Down?

Bowl barrow: one of three round barrows on Thirteen Hundred Down 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 1009902.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bowl barrow: one of three round barrows on Thirteen Hundred Down?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Henge monument 350m north-east of Long Ivor Farm (7.8 km), Bowl barrow 130m south-west of North End Farm (8 km), Long barrow 250m east of Polebridge Farm (8.3 km).

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