Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLong barrow 200yds (180m) W of Winton chalk pit

Long barrow 200yds (180m) W of Winton chalk pit

England
List entry 1002248
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Long barrow 200yds (180m) W of Winton chalk pit is a Neolithic communal burial monument located in Sussex. The site represents the characteristic mortuary architecture of the early Neolithic period, when such elongated earthen mounds served as repositories for multiple interments within their internal chambers or passages. The barrow's proximity to the chalk pit indicates its survival within a landscape subject to extractive industries, a factor which has influenced its preservation and visibility in the archaeological record. As a scheduled ancient monument, it remains an important example of Sussex's Neolithic funerary tradition and its distribution across the South Downs region.

Long barrow 200yds (180m) W of Winton chalk pit is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002248. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Long barrow 200yds (180m) W of Winton chalk pit?

Long barrow 200yds (180m) W of Winton chalk pit is a Neolithic communal burial monument located in Sussex. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002248.

Who is responsible for protecting Long barrow 200yds (180m) W of Winton chalk pit?

Long barrow 200yds (180m) W of Winton chalk pit 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 1002248.

What other scheduled monuments are near Long barrow 200yds (180m) W of Winton chalk pit?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Remains of Exceat parish church: part of the former medieval settlement of Exceat, 690m south south west of Westdean Manor (4.9 km), Medieval crypt, Church Street (5.4 km), Bowl barrow at Newbarn Bottom, 450m east of Foxhole (5.5 km).

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