Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEast Burnham animal pound

East Burnham animal pound

England
List entry 1013960
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

East Burnham animal pound is a scheduled ancient monument located in Buckinghamshire, England, comprising the remains of an enclosed structure historically used for the impounding of stray livestock. The pound dates to the medieval or early post-medieval period, reflecting the long-standing administrative practices of manorial communities in managing common land and straying animals. The site preserves evidence of a substantial earthwork enclosure, the physical manifestation of a practical necessity in agricultural settlements where formal containment facilities were essential for livestock management and the enforcement of manorial rights.

East Burnham animal pound is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013960. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is East Burnham animal pound?

East Burnham animal pound is a scheduled ancient monument located in Buckinghamshire, England, comprising the remains of an enclosed structure historically used for the impounding of stray livestock. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013960.

Who is responsible for protecting East Burnham animal pound?

East Burnham animal pound 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 1013960.

What other scheduled monuments are near East Burnham animal pound?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Slight univallate hillfort at Seven Ways Plain, Burnham Beeches. (1.1 km), Hartley Court moated site and enclosure (2 km), Bowl barrow in Stoke Park Playing Field, 400m south of Stoke Park House (2.3 km).

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