Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCairn 1250m north-east of Cartington Castle

Cairn 1250m north-east of Cartington Castle

England
List entry 1008691
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Cairn 1250m north-east of Cartington Castle is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Northumberland. The cairn survives as a substantial stone mound constructed during the Bronze Age period, representing an important funerary tradition of prehistoric northern England. Its proximity to Cartington Castle, a medieval fortified structure, places it within a landscape of extended human occupation spanning from prehistory through the medieval period. The monument's survival reflects the archaeological significance of the Cartington estate in documenting settlement and ritual practices across multiple historical periods.

Cairn 1250m north-east of Cartington Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008691. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cairn 1250m north-east of Cartington Castle?

Cairn 1250m north-east of Cartington Castle is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008691.

Who is responsible for protecting Cairn 1250m north-east of Cartington Castle?

Cairn 1250m north-east of Cartington Castle 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 1008691.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cairn 1250m north-east of Cartington Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cup and ring marked rock and adjacent stone setting, 820m east of Whittondean Farm (5.5 km), Cairn 570m east-north-east of Wittondean Farm (5.5 km), Two round cairns 590m and 610m east of Burn Brae (5.6 km).

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