Scheduled MonumentsEnglandD-shaped barrow and enclosure 250m east of New Close Plantation

D-shaped barrow and enclosure 250m east of New Close Plantation

England
List entry 1017333
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

The D-shaped barrow and enclosure located 250 metres east of New Close Plantation is a Neolithic or Bronze Age funerary monument situated in Lincolnshire. The monument comprises a distinctive D-shaped earthwork with an associated enclosure, typical of ritual and burial complexes from the prehistoric period in the East Midlands region. Its precise dating and original function remain subjects of archaeological interpretation, though such monuments conventionally served ceremonial or funerary purposes for local communities. The site is recorded as a scheduled ancient monument, indicating its significance to the archaeological record and its protection under national heritage legislation.

D-shaped barrow and enclosure 250m east of New Close Plantation is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017333. View the official record →

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What is D-shaped barrow and enclosure 250m east of New Close Plantation?

The D-shaped barrow and enclosure located 250 metres east of New Close Plantation is a Neolithic or Bronze Age funerary monument situated in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017333.

Who is responsible for protecting D-shaped barrow and enclosure 250m east of New Close Plantation?

D-shaped barrow and enclosure 250m east of New Close Plantation 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 1017333.

What other scheduled monuments are near D-shaped barrow and enclosure 250m east of New Close Plantation?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hengiform monument 260m north west of Honeypot Cottage (4 km), Owmby Roman settlement (5.7 km), Deserted medieval village (6.3 km).

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