Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCop Low oval barrow

Cop Low oval barrow

England
List entry 1008057
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cop Low oval barrow is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Derbyshire, England. The barrow survives as an oval earthwork and represents a funerary structure typical of the Bronze Age period, when such tumuli served as prominent markers for elite or important burials within the landscape. The monument's survival and official designation reflect its archaeological significance as evidence of Bronze Age mortuary practice and social organisation in the Midlands region.

Cop Low oval barrow is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008057. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cop Low oval barrow?

Cop Low oval barrow is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Derbyshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008057.

Who is responsible for protecting Cop Low oval barrow?

Cop Low oval 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 1008057.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cop Low oval barrow?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Putwell Hill Mine (7.4 km), Brushfield Hough bowl barrow (8.2 km), Fin Cop promontory fort, bowl barrow and eighteenth century lime kiln with associated quarry (8.2 km).

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