Scheduled MonumentsEnglandGroup of three bowl barrows 250m north east of Shepherds' Shore

Group of three bowl barrows 250m north east of Shepherds' Shore

England
List entry 1013232
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The Group of three bowl barrows 250m north east of Shepherds' Shore is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Wiltshire. Bowl barrows represent one of the most common forms of burial mound dating from the Early to Middle Bronze Age, typically constructed over cremated or inhumed remains of individuals of elevated social status. This particular group of three examples survives as earthwork features in the Wiltshire landscape, contributing to the archaeological record of Bronze Age burial practices in the region. Such clustering of barrows often reflects zones of intensive prehistoric settlement and ritual activity.

Group of three bowl barrows 250m north east of Shepherds' Shore is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013232. View the official record →

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What is Group of three bowl barrows 250m north east of Shepherds' Shore?

The Group of three bowl barrows 250m north east of Shepherds' Shore is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013232.

Who is responsible for protecting Group of three bowl barrows 250m north east of Shepherds' Shore?

Group of three bowl barrows 250m north east of Shepherds' Shore 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 1013232.

What other scheduled monuments are near Group of three bowl barrows 250m north east of Shepherds' Shore?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Rybury camp (4.3 km), All Cannings Cross, an Early Iron Age settlement site (4.4 km), Two bowl barrows in Roundway Hill Covert (4.9 km).

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