Scheduled MonumentsEnglandGroup of three round barrows SW of Longlands Barn

Group of three round barrows SW of Longlands Barn

England
List entry 1002827
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Group of three round barrows SW of Longlands Barn is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Dorset. The three barrows represent typical examples of burial mounds constructed during the Bronze Age, when such earthworks served as prominent markers for elite or community burials within the landscape. The monument group reflects the widespread practice of round barrow construction across southern England during this period, and their survival demonstrates the archaeological importance of the Dorset landscape for understanding Bronze Age mortuary practices and settlement patterns.

Group of three round barrows SW of Longlands Barn is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002827. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Group of three round barrows SW of Longlands Barn?

Group of three round barrows SW of Longlands Barn is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Dorset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002827.

Who is responsible for protecting Group of three round barrows SW of Longlands Barn?

Group of three round barrows SW of Longlands 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 1002827.

What other scheduled monuments are near Group of three round barrows SW of Longlands Barn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow E of The Buildings (7.5 km), Friar Waddon Hill round barrows (8.6 km), Two bowl barrows 720m south east of Friar Waddon House (8.9 km).

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