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Four round barrows on Wigford Down is a Neolithic and Bronze Age funerary monument located in Devon, England. The site comprises four earthen mounds constructed during the prehistoric period, likely spanning the Neolithic through Bronze Age, representing burial practices of these ancient communities. These barrows form part of the broader pattern of ritual and funerary activity documented across Devon's prehistoric landscape. The monument's survival and official designation reflect its archaeological importance as evidence of early settlement patterns and ceremonial practices in the region.
Four round barrows on Wigford Down is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002522. View the official record →
Four round barrows on Wigford Down is a Neolithic and Bronze Age funerary monument located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002522.
Four round barrows on Wigford Down 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 1002522.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Deer park and rabbit warren at Newnham Park (6.4 km), Post-medieval deer park, medieval fishpond, 18th century triumphal arch and a 19th century lead mine, ore works and smelt mill at Boringdon Park (6.9 km), Bowden Battery (8.5 km).
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