Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCrickley long barrow

Crickley long barrow

England
List entry 1003355
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Crickley long barrow is a Neolithic burial monument located in Gloucestershire, situated on the Cotswolds. The barrow is aligned approximately north-south and retains substantial earthwork remains characteristic of long barrows from the early Neolithic period, typically dating to around 3800–3400 BCE. The site represents an important example of communal burial practice during the early agricultural colonisation of Britain, when such monumental structures served as focal points for ritual and collective identity within emerging farming communities. The barrow's preservation and archaeological significance contribute to understanding settlement and burial patterns across the Cotswold region during this formative period of British prehistory.

Crickley long barrow is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003355. View the official record →

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What is Crickley long barrow?

Crickley long barrow is a Neolithic burial monument located in Gloucestershire, situated on the Cotswolds. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003355.

Who is responsible for protecting Crickley long barrow?

Crickley 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 1003355.

What other scheduled monuments are near Crickley long barrow?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ablington camp (4.4 km), Colnpen round barrows (4.6 km), Round barrow 250yds (230m) N of Colnpen Barn (4.8 km).

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