Scheduled MonumentsEnglandClearbury Down round barrow

Clearbury Down round barrow

England
List entry 1003003
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Clearbury Down is a Bronze Age round barrow located in Wiltshire, England. The monument survives as a substantial earthwork mound and represents the burial practices of prehistoric communities during the Bronze Age period. Round barrows of this type were constructed as funerary monuments to contain the remains of individuals of significant status within their communities, and they are among the most characteristic archaeological features of the English prehistoric landscape. The site's designation on the National Heritage List reflects its archaeological importance as evidence of prehistoric settlement and ceremonial practice in the Wiltshire downlands.

Clearbury Down round barrow is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003003. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Clearbury Down round barrow?

Clearbury Down is a Bronze Age round barrow located in Wiltshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003003.

Who is responsible for protecting Clearbury Down round barrow?

Clearbury Down round barrow 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 1003003.

What other scheduled monuments are near Clearbury Down round barrow?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Whitsbury hillfort (4.5 km), Medieval manorial buildings (uninhabited parts) (6.1 km), St Michael's Priory (6.1 km).

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