Scheduled MonumentsScotlandEnterkine,barrow 550m ENE of
Barrow

Enterkine,barrow 550m ENE of

Scotland
HES SM4618
Site type
Barrow
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Enterkine barrow, located 550 metres east-north-east of Enterkine in Ayrshire, is a Bronze Age burial mound of probable Neolithic or Early Bronze Age date. The monument consists of an earthen mound that represents a funerary structure typical of prehistoric Scotland's burial practices. As a scheduled ancient monument, it forms part of the archaeological record documenting the early settlement and ceremonial practices of Ayrshire's prehistoric inhabitants. The barrow's survival in the landscape provides evidence of ritual burial traditions and the territorial organisation of communities during the Bronze Age period.

Enterkine,barrow 550m ENE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4618. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Enterkine,barrow 550m ENE of?

Enterkine barrow, located 550 metres east-north-east of Enterkine in Ayrshire, is a Bronze Age burial mound of probable Neolithic or Early Bronze Age date. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4618.

Who is responsible for protecting Enterkine,barrow 550m ENE of?

Enterkine,barrow 550m ENE of is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic Environment Scotland — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Scotland. The official designation reference is SM4618.

What other scheduled monuments are near Enterkine,barrow 550m ENE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tarbolton,motte (3.6 km), Trabboch Castle (3.7 km), Shields,enclosure 500m E of (5.1 km).

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