Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHigh Field hlaew

High Field hlaew

England
List entry 1008818
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

High Field hlaew is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Derbyshire, England. The monument represents a significant example of prehistoric funerary practice in the region, dating to the Bronze Age period when such earthen mounds were constructed to mark the burial places of individuals of elevated status within their communities. The site is protected as a scheduled ancient monument reflecting its archaeological importance and the evidence it potentially preserves of ritual practices and social structures during the Bronze Age.

High Field hlaew is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008818. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is High Field hlaew?

High Field hlaew is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Derbyshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008818.

Who is responsible for protecting High Field hlaew?

High Field hlaew 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 1008818.

What other scheduled monuments are near High Field hlaew?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow east of Arbor Low (8.9 km), Arbor Low henge, large irregular stone circle, linear bank and bowl barrow (8.9 km), Bowl barrow in Foggy Lees Plantation (9 km).

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