Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCursus and bowl barrow 450m south east of Jackson's Barn

Cursus and bowl barrow 450m south east of Jackson's Barn

England
List entry 1020437
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The Cursus and bowl barrow located approximately 450 metres south-east of Jackson's Barn in Warwickshire is a Neolithic ceremonial monument of the fourth millennium BC. The cursus, consisting of two parallel linear banks defining a ceremonial avenue, represents a distinctive form of ritual landscape architecture characteristic of the Neolithic period in Britain. A bowl barrow, a simple hemispherical burial mound, is positioned within or associated with the cursus complex, indicating the site's use for mortuary practices and ceremonial activity. The monument survives as earthwork traces and represents an important example of Neolithic ritual topography in the Midlands region.

Cursus and bowl barrow 450m south east of Jackson's Barn is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020437. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cursus and bowl barrow 450m south east of Jackson's Barn?

The Cursus and bowl barrow located approximately 450 metres south-east of Jackson's Barn in Warwickshire is a Neolithic ceremonial monument of the fourth millennium BC. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020437.

Who is responsible for protecting Cursus and bowl barrow 450m south east of Jackson's Barn?

Cursus and bowl barrow 450m south east of Jackson's Barn 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 1020437.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cursus and bowl barrow 450m south east of Jackson's Barn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Charlecote Bridge (0.5 km), Enclosures 600yds (550m) E of King's Mead (0.8 km), Enclosure N of Old Pasture Farm (2.7 km).

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