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Colnpen round barrows is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Gloucestershire. The site comprises a group of round barrows, which are characteristic burial mounds of the Bronze Age period, typically constructed over cremated or inhumed remains and often accompanied by grave goods. Such barrow groups represent significant concentrations of burial activity and reflect the social organisation and ritual practices of Bronze Age communities in the region. The monument is designated as a scheduled ancient monument and remains an important archaeological resource for understanding prehistoric settlement and ceremonial practices in Gloucestershire.
Colnpen round barrows is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003352. View the official record →
Colnpen round barrows is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003352.
Colnpen 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 1003352.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wayside Cross at Ampney Crucis (6.7 km), Churchyard cross in Holy Rood churchyard (6.7 km), Standing cross socket stone in St Mary's churchyard (7 km).
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