Scheduled MonumentsEnglandGroup of barrows near Field Barn

Group of barrows near Field Barn

England
List entry 1002993
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Group of barrows near Field Barn is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Wiltshire. The site comprises multiple burial mounds characteristic of the Early to Middle Bronze Age period, when such communal or individual grave markers were constructed across the English downlands. The barrows represent the funerary practices and land use patterns of prehistoric communities in the region. As a scheduled monument, the group retains archaeological significance for understanding Bronze Age settlement and ritual behaviour in Wiltshire.

Group of barrows near Field Barn is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002993. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Group of barrows near Field Barn?

The Group of barrows near Field Barn is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002993.

Who is responsible for protecting Group of barrows near Field Barn?

Group of barrows near Field Barn 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 1002993.

What other scheduled monuments are near Group of barrows near Field Barn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Field system on Wylye Down (4.6 km), Hanging Langford camp and Church-end Ring (4.6 km), Grovely Castle and earthworks N of Grovely Wood (5.3 km).

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