Scheduled MonumentsEnglandKit's Coty House Long Barrow

Kit's Coty House Long Barrow

England
List entry 1012939
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Kit's Coty House is a Neolithic long barrow situated near Aylesford in Kent, dating to approximately 4000 BCE or the early Neolithic period. The monument consists of a substantial stone burial chamber constructed from sarsen blocks, which originally would have been covered by an earthen mound, though this has been largely eroded away over millennia. The surviving megalithic structure comprises several upright stones forming a chamber, making it one of the more substantial examples of megalithic architecture in south-eastern England. The site represents an important example of Neolithic communal burial practice and monumental construction in the region, reflecting the ritual and social significance of ancestor veneration among early farming communities in Britain.

Kit's Coty House Long Barrow is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012939. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Kit's Coty House Long Barrow?

Kit's Coty House is a Neolithic long barrow situated near Aylesford in Kent, dating to approximately 4000 BCE or the early Neolithic period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012939.

Who is responsible for protecting Kit's Coty House Long Barrow?

Kit's Coty House Long Barrow 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 1012939.

What other scheduled monuments are near Kit's Coty House Long Barrow?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Aylesford Bridge (2.5 km), Cistercian Abbey at Boxley (2.7 km), Len Bridge, Mill Street (5.5 km).

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