Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBrownes' Hole

Brownes' Hole

England
List entry 1010709
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Brownes' Hole is a Neolithic chambered tomb located in Somerset, England. The monument consists of a stone-built burial chamber of a type characteristic of the early Neolithic period, dating to approximately 4000–3000 BCE. The site represents an important example of communal burial practice during this formative period of British prehistory, when megalithic construction techniques were first introduced to the British Isles. Like other chambered tombs of its era, it would have served as a focal point for ritual and burial activity within its local landscape.

Brownes' Hole is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010709. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Brownes' Hole?

Brownes' Hole is a Neolithic chambered tomb located in Somerset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010709.

Who is responsible for protecting Brownes' Hole?

Brownes' Hole 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 1010709.

What other scheduled monuments are near Brownes' Hole?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Earthworks S of Tadhill Farm (1.9 km), Round barrow in Beacon Plantation (3.3 km), Medieval wayside cross at Bodden (4.6 km).

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