Scheduled MonumentsEnglandClaughton hlaew in Sandhole Wood

Claughton hlaew in Sandhole Wood

England
List entry 1018918
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Claughton hlaew is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Sandhole Wood near Claughton in Lancashire. The monument represents a form of funerary practice characteristic of the Bronze Age period, when such earthen mounds were constructed to mark the burial places of individuals or groups within prehistoric communities. The site has been subject to archaeological recording as part of the national heritage designation process, reflecting its importance to understanding Bronze Age settlement and mortuary practices in northwest England.

Claughton hlaew in Sandhole Wood is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018918. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Claughton hlaew in Sandhole Wood?

Claughton hlaew is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Sandhole Wood near Claughton in Lancashire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018918.

Who is responsible for protecting Claughton hlaew in Sandhole Wood?

Claughton hlaew in Sandhole 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 1018918.

What other scheduled monuments are near Claughton hlaew in Sandhole Wood?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Greenhalgh Castle, cultivation terraces south east of the castle, and site of Greenhalgh manor house (2.9 km), Garstang market cross (3.4 km), Brooks Farm packhorse bridge (6.3 km).

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