Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBowl barrow west of path in Knightslow Wood

Bowl barrow west of path in Knightslow Wood

England
List entry 1007380
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bowl barrow west of path in Knightslow Wood is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Cheshire, England. The site represents a typical example of the round barrow tradition that was prevalent across Britain during the Bronze Age period, when such earthen mounds were constructed as funerary structures for members of contemporary communities. The barrow survives as a substantial earthwork in the woodland setting, preserving evidence of prehistoric burial practice and settlement patterns in the region. Its designation within the National Heritage List for England recognises its archaeological significance as a scheduled ancient monument.

Bowl barrow west of path in Knightslow Wood is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007380. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bowl barrow west of path in Knightslow Wood?

Bowl barrow west of path in Knightslow Wood is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Cheshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007380.

Who is responsible for protecting Bowl barrow west of path in Knightslow Wood?

Bowl barrow west of path in Knightslow Wood 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 1007380.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bowl barrow west of path in Knightslow Wood?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow at Charles Head (3.2 km), Nab Head bowl barrow (3.8 km), Bowl barrow 100m west of Black Rock Farm (5.1 km).

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