Scheduled MonumentsEnglandFive barrows NW of Heath Farm

Five barrows NW of Heath Farm

England
List entry 1004998
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Five barrows NW of Heath Farm is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Lincolnshire. The site comprises five distinct barrows, which are earthen burial mounds characteristic of funerary practice during the Bronze Age period. Such barrow clusters are significant indicators of prehistoric settlement patterns and social organisation in the region, reflecting the ritual and commemorative practices of Bronze Age communities. The monument is now designated as a scheduled ancient monument, recognising its archaeological importance and its contribution to understanding Bronze Age burial traditions in East Midlands archaeology.

Five barrows NW of Heath Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004998. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Five barrows NW of Heath Farm?

Five barrows NW of Heath Farm is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004998.

Who is responsible for protecting Five barrows NW of Heath Farm?

Five barrows NW of Heath Farm 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 1004998.

What other scheduled monuments are near Five barrows NW of Heath Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Barrow SW of Stroxton, on parish boundary (1 km), King Lud's Intrenchments and adjacent barrow (3.4 km), Denton village cross (3.6 km).

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