Scheduled MonumentsEnglandIron Age barrow cemetery, East Field

Iron Age barrow cemetery, East Field

England
List entry 1004072
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

East Field barrow cemetery is a group of Iron Age burial mounds located in Yorkshire, England. The site comprises multiple barrows that date to the Iron Age period, representing an important funerary landscape from this era. Such barrow cemeteries are significant archaeological features that illuminate settlement patterns, social organization, and burial practices of Iron Age communities in northern England. The monuments reflect the landscape management and land-use practices of prehistoric peoples across the Yorkshire region.

Iron Age barrow cemetery, East Field is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004072. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Iron Age barrow cemetery, East Field?

East Field barrow cemetery is a group of Iron Age burial mounds located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004072.

Who is responsible for protecting Iron Age barrow cemetery, East Field?

Iron Age barrow cemetery, East Field 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 1004072.

What other scheduled monuments are near Iron Age barrow cemetery, East Field?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow NE of Wintringham South Wold Farm (4.1 km), Two round barrows at Settrington High Barn (4.2 km), Two round barrows 1/2 mile (800m) NE of Duggleby High Barn (4.8 km).

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