Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHenge and associated barrow cemetery south of Home Whin Farm

Henge and associated barrow cemetery south of Home Whin Farm

England
List entry 1017632
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Henge and associated barrow cemetery south of Home Whin Farm is a Neolithic and Bronze Age funerary monument complex located in Suffolk. The site comprises a henge structure alongside a barrow cemetery, representing sustained use of the location across the prehistoric period for burial and ritual purposes. The monuments reflect the ceremonial practices and social organization of communities during the Neolithic and Bronze Age periods, when such earthwork complexes served as focal points for communal activities and ancestor veneration. The site's designation reflects its archaeological importance as evidence of prehistoric settlement patterns and burial practices in East Anglia.

Henge and associated barrow cemetery south of Home Whin Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017632. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Henge and associated barrow cemetery south of Home Whin Farm?

Henge and associated barrow cemetery south of Home Whin Farm is a Neolithic and Bronze Age funerary monument complex located in Suffolk. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017632.

Who is responsible for protecting Henge and associated barrow cemetery south of Home Whin Farm?

Henge and associated barrow cemetery south of Home Whin Farm 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 1017632.

What other scheduled monuments are near Henge and associated barrow cemetery south of Home Whin Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Settlement sites 330yds (300m) NW of Walnut Tree Farm (2.2 km), Settlement site E of the Cedars (3.4 km), Martello tower SE of Buckanay Farm (4.9 km).

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