Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBowl barrow: one of three round barrows west of The Belt

Bowl barrow: one of three round barrows west of The Belt

England
List entry 1009550
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bowl barrow is a Neolithic or Early Bronze Age round barrow located west of The Belt in Wiltshire. The monument is a typical example of the bowl barrow form, characterised by a circular mound of earth and stone raised over a central burial or burials. It forms part of a group of three round barrows in this locality, indicative of sustained ritual and funerary activity in the area during the prehistoric period. Such monuments represent significant investments in labour and reflect the social importance of the individuals or communities they commemorate.

Bowl barrow: one of three round barrows west of The Belt is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009550. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bowl barrow: one of three round barrows west of The Belt?

Bowl barrow is a Neolithic or Early Bronze Age round barrow located west of The Belt in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009550.

Who is responsible for protecting Bowl barrow: one of three round barrows west of The Belt?

Bowl barrow: one of three round barrows west of The Belt 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 1009550.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bowl barrow: one of three round barrows west of The Belt?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 250m south east of Tower Hill (8.5 km), Bowl barrow 250m south of Martin's Clump (8.7 km), Long barrow and adjoining bowl barrow, 250m south of Martin's Clump (8.8 km).

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