Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLad Barrow long barrow

Lad Barrow long barrow

England
List entry 1018162
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Lad Barrow is a Neolithic long barrow located in Gloucestershire, England. The monument dates to the Neolithic period and represents a form of communal burial structure characteristic of early agricultural societies in Britain. The barrow survives as an earthwork mound, though like many such monuments it has been subject to erosion and disturbance over millennia. As a scheduled monument, Lad Barrow contributes to understanding of Neolithic funerary practices and settlement patterns in the Cotswolds region.

Lad Barrow long barrow is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018162. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Lad Barrow long barrow?

Lad Barrow is a Neolithic long barrow located in Gloucestershire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018162.

Who is responsible for protecting Lad Barrow long barrow?

Lad Barrow 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 1018162.

What other scheduled monuments are near Lad Barrow long barrow?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wayside Cross at Hatherop (4.6 km), Bibury Roman villa near Bibury Mill (5.4 km), Barrow Elm round barrow (5.5 km).

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