Scheduled MonumentsEnglandGallows Hill tumulus

Gallows Hill tumulus

England
List entry 1004014
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Gallows Hill tumulus is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Norfolk, England. The monument takes the form of a earthen mound typical of the funerary monuments constructed during the Bronze Age period, which flourished in Britain from approximately 2100 to 700 BC. Like many such tumuli across East Anglia, it represents an important archaeological record of prehistoric burial practices and settlement patterns in the region. The site retains significance as a surviving example of Bronze Age monumental architecture, contributing to understanding of social organization and ritual practices in prehistoric Norfolk.

Gallows Hill tumulus is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004014. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Gallows Hill tumulus?

Gallows Hill tumulus is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Norfolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004014.

Who is responsible for protecting Gallows Hill tumulus?

Gallows Hill tumulus 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 1004014.

What other scheduled monuments are near Gallows Hill tumulus?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Vikings Mound, tumulus (2.7 km), Earthwork on Wilby Warren (3.8 km), Tumulus W of Leader's Spinney (4.7 km).

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