Scheduled MonumentsEnglandFive bowl barrows 500m north of Longcross Pond forming part of the Black Bush Plain round barrow cemetery

Five bowl barrows 500m north of Longcross Pond forming part of the Black Bush Plain round barrow cemetery

England
List entry 1012585
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Five bowl barrows 500m north of Longcross Pond is a group of Bronze Age burial mounds forming part of the Black Bush Plain round barrow cemetery in Hampshire. The barrows are characteristic examples of bowl-form earthworks typical of the Bronze Age period, representing a significant cluster within a larger funerary landscape. Located on the heathland of the New Forest area, these monuments contribute to understanding Bronze Age settlement patterns and ritual practices in southern England. The site remains a scheduled ancient monument, reflecting its archaeological importance as part of the broader ceremonial and burial complex at Black Bush Plain.

Five bowl barrows 500m north of Longcross Pond forming part of the Black Bush Plain round barrow cemetery is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012585. View the official record →

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What is Five bowl barrows 500m north of Longcross Pond forming part of the Black Bush Plain round barrow cemetery?

Five bowl barrows 500m north of Longcross Pond is a group of Bronze Age burial mounds forming part of the Black Bush Plain round barrow cemetery in Hampshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012585.

Who is responsible for protecting Five bowl barrows 500m north of Longcross Pond forming part of the Black Bush Plain round barrow cemetery?

Five bowl barrows 500m north of Longcross Pond forming part of the Black Bush Plain round barrow cemetery 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 1012585.

What other scheduled monuments are near Five bowl barrows 500m north of Longcross Pond forming part of the Black Bush Plain round barrow cemetery?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 1130m east of Broomy Lodge (5.2 km), Bowl barrow 1118m east of Broomy Lodge (5.2 km), Two bowl barrows forming part of Bratley Plain round barrow cemetery (7.4 km).

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