Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCoberley long barrow

Coberley long barrow

England
List entry 1002129
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Coberley long barrow is a Neolithic burial monument located in Gloucestershire, England, dating to the fourth millennium BCE. The barrow survives as an earthwork aligned roughly north-south and represents the characteristic Cotswold-Severn type of long barrow typical of the region. Such monuments served as communal burial places and are among the earliest substantial stone or earth constructions in Britain, reflecting the agricultural societies that erected them during the early Neolithic period. The site remains archaeologically significant as evidence of Neolithic settlement and mortuary practice in the Cotswolds.

Coberley long barrow is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002129. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Coberley long barrow?

Coberley long barrow is a Neolithic burial monument located in Gloucestershire, England, dating to the fourth millennium BCE. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002129.

Who is responsible for protecting Coberley long barrow?

Coberley long 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 1002129.

What other scheduled monuments are near Coberley long barrow?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross in St Bartholomew's churchyard (6.4 km), Misarden Park motte and bailey castle (6.5 km), Long barrow, 575m north-west of Lypiatt Farm (7.2 km).

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