Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCairn 600m west-south-west of Debdon Farm

Cairn 600m west-south-west of Debdon Farm

England
List entry 1008696
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Cairn 600m west-south-west of Debdon Farm is a Bronze Age burial mound situated in Northumberland. The monument consists of a cairn, a mound constructed from stone rather than earth, which represents a common burial practice during the Bronze Age period in northern Britain. Such cairns typically covered inhumed or cremated remains and often formed part of wider cemetery landscapes. The site's survival to the present day, despite centuries of agricultural activity, indicates the substantial original construction of the monument and its enduring significance within the local archaeological record.

Cairn 600m west-south-west of Debdon Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008696. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cairn 600m west-south-west of Debdon Farm?

Cairn 600m west-south-west of Debdon Farm is a Bronze Age burial mound situated in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008696.

Who is responsible for protecting Cairn 600m west-south-west of Debdon Farm?

Cairn 600m west-south-west of Debdon Farm 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 1008696.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cairn 600m west-south-west of Debdon Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cairn 570m east-north-east of Wittondean Farm (4.3 km), Two round cairns 590m and 610m east of Burn Brae (4.4 km), Romano-British farmstead, 175m south of Cockpit Well (4.9 km).

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