Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCulliford Tree long barrow and group of round barrows

Culliford Tree long barrow and group of round barrows

England
List entry 1003304
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Culliford Tree long barrow and group of round barrows is a Neolithic and Bronze Age burial complex located in Dorset, England. The site comprises a long barrow of Neolithic date alongside a scatter of round barrows from the Bronze Age, representing successive phases of ritual and mortuary practice across these prehistoric periods. The monuments are positioned on elevated ground and remain visible features within the Dorset landscape, contributing to the archaeological record of burial practices in southern Britain during the third and second millennia before the common era. The grouping of monuments at this location reflects patterns of burial site reuse and the continued ritual significance of prehistoric landscape features.

Culliford Tree long barrow and group of round barrows is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003304. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Culliford Tree long barrow and group of round barrows?

Culliford Tree long barrow and group of round barrows is a Neolithic and Bronze Age burial complex located in Dorset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003304.

Who is responsible for protecting Culliford Tree long barrow and group of round barrows?

Culliford Tree long barrow and group of 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 1003304.

What other scheduled monuments are near Culliford Tree long barrow and group of round barrows?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Preston Roman villa (2.7 km), Romano-Celtic temple and associated remains at Jordan Hill (3.4 km), Sandy Barrow W of East Farm Dairy (4.2 km).

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