Scheduled MonumentsEnglandGrindlow bowl barrow

Grindlow bowl barrow

England
List entry 1011859
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Grindlow bowl barrow is a Neolithic or Early Bronze Age burial mound located in Derbyshire, England. The monument takes the form of a bowl barrow, a type of funerary structure consisting of a circular mound of earth with a shallow central depression, characteristic of prehistoric burial practices in the British uplands. Such barrows typically contained inhumations or cremations accompanied by grave goods, though the specific contents and construction details of Grindlow barrow would require reference to archaeological records and excavation reports. The site remains of archaeological significance as evidence of prehistoric funerary ritual and settlement patterns in the Peak District region.

Grindlow bowl barrow is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011859. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Grindlow bowl barrow?

Grindlow bowl barrow is a Neolithic or Early Bronze Age burial mound located in Derbyshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011859.

Who is responsible for protecting Grindlow bowl barrow?

Grindlow bowl 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 1011859.

What other scheduled monuments are near Grindlow bowl barrow?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Rainslow Scrins 470m south west of Leadmines Farm (7 km), Mouldridge Grange, earthworks immediately south of Mouldrige Grange Farm (7.7 km), Aleck Low bowl barrow (8 km).

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