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East Kennett long barrow is a Neolithic chambered long barrow located in Wiltshire, approximately 600 metres south of East Kennett church. The monument dates to the early Neolithic period, likely constructed between 3500 and 3000 BCE, and represents one of the characteristic megalithic burial monuments of prehistoric Britain. The barrow contains an internal chamber structure typical of South West English long barrows, constructed from sarsen stones and originally covered by an earthen mound. Excavations and antiquarian investigations have revealed the monument to be an important archaeological site for understanding early Neolithic burial practices and the monumental culture of Wiltshire's prehistoric communities.
East Kennett long barrow, 600m south of East Kennett church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012323. View the official record →
East Kennett long barrow is a Neolithic chambered long barrow located in Wiltshire, approximately 600 metres south of East Kennett church. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012323.
East Kennett long barrow, 600m south of East Kennett church 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 1012323.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Three bowl barrows 600m south-west of Knap Cottage (3.1 km), Bowl barrow 150m north of the Alton White Horse (3.1 km), Three bell barrows and a pillow mound 400m south-west of Knap Cottage (3.1 km).
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