Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHenge 220m ESE of Herring's House

Henge 220m ESE of Herring's House

England
List entry 1011716
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Henge 220m ESE of Herring's House is a Neolithic or Early Bronze Age ritual monument located in Cambridgeshire. The site comprises a circular or sub-circular earthwork consisting of a ditch with an internal or external bank, characteristic of henges of the third or second millennium BCE. The precise dimensions and state of preservation of the monument reflect the typical erosion patterns found among Cambridgeshire's henges, which have often been reduced by subsequent agricultural activity. Such monuments are considered significant for understanding ceremonial and religious practices among prehistoric communities of eastern England.

Henge 220m ESE of Herring's House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011716. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Henge 220m ESE of Herring's House?

Henge 220m ESE of Herring's House is a Neolithic or Early Bronze Age ritual monument located in Cambridgeshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011716.

Who is responsible for protecting Henge 220m ESE of Herring's House?

Henge 220m ESE of Herring's House 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 1011716.

What other scheduled monuments are near Henge 220m ESE of Herring's House?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Fleam Dyke (2.6 km), Mutlow Hill tumulus (2.8 km), Four bowl barrows 920m and 950m south east of Heath Farm, part of a dispersed round barrow cemetery in Charterhouse Plantation (4 km).

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