Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCamp and tumulus on Roomer Common

Camp and tumulus on Roomer Common

England
List entry 1004882
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Camp and tumulus on Roomer Common is a Bronze Age barrow located on Roomer Common in Yorkshire. The site comprises both an earthwork camp and a burial mound, representing successive phases of prehistoric activity. The tumulus itself is characteristic of Bronze Age funerary monuments, constructed to mark a high-status burial or series of burials. The associated camp element indicates the site held significance beyond its mortuary function, potentially serving ritual or ceremonial purposes during the Bronze Age period.

Camp and tumulus on Roomer Common is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004882. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Camp and tumulus on Roomer Common?

Camp and tumulus on Roomer Common is a Bronze Age barrow located on Roomer Common in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004882.

Who is responsible for protecting Camp and tumulus on Roomer Common?

Camp and tumulus on Roomer Common 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 1004882.

What other scheduled monuments are near Camp and tumulus on Roomer Common?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman camp 250m west of Hill Top Farm (1.5 km), Cross shaft in St Mary's churchyard (1.8 km), Market cross in Masham (1.9 km).

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