Scheduled MonumentsEnglandGanborough long barrow

Ganborough long barrow

England
List entry 1003333
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Ganborough long barrow is a Neolithic chambered tomb located in Gloucestershire, England. The monument dates to the Neolithic period, representing one of the communal burial structures characteristic of early farming communities in the Cotswolds region. The site consists of a long earthen mound with evidence of internal stone chambers, typical of the long barrow tradition of southern Britain. As a scheduled ancient monument, Ganborough long barrow contributes to our understanding of Neolithic mortuary practices and settlement patterns in the Severn-Cotswold area during the fourth and third millennia before the present.

Ganborough long barrow is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003333. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ganborough long barrow?

Ganborough long barrow is a Neolithic chambered tomb located in Gloucestershire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003333.

Who is responsible for protecting Ganborough long barrow?

Ganborough long barrow 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 1003333.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ganborough long barrow?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Chessels Roman site (5.9 km), Castle Mound (5.9 km), Two bowl barrows, known as Heath Hill round barrows, 70m and 190m north east of Heath Hill (6.2 km).

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