Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCollege Plantation long barrow and round barrows

College Plantation long barrow and round barrows

England
List entry 1003318
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

College Plantation long barrow and round barrows is a complex of Neolithic and Bronze Age burial monuments located in Gloucestershire. The site comprises a long barrow of Neolithic date together with later round barrows of Bronze Age construction, representing successive phases of ritual burial practice spanning several centuries. The long barrow represents the earlier Neolithic period of monument building in the region, whilst the round barrows indicate the continuation and evolution of funerary traditions during the Bronze Age. Such barrow complexes are valuable archaeological resources for understanding patterns of settlement, land use, and ceremonial practice in prehistoric Gloucestershire.

College Plantation long barrow and round barrows is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003318. View the official record →

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What is College Plantation long barrow and round barrows?

College Plantation long barrow and round barrows is a complex of Neolithic and Bronze Age burial monuments located in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003318.

Who is responsible for protecting College Plantation long barrow and round barrows?

College Plantation long barrow and round barrows 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 1003318.

What other scheduled monuments are near College Plantation long barrow and round barrows?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross in St Kenelm's churchyard (2.9 km), Wellhill Copse round barrow (4.4 km), Lillyhorn Roman villa, Bournes Green (4.9 km).

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