Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLong barrow 250m east of Boyton Field Barn

Long barrow 250m east of Boyton Field Barn

England
List entry 1010520
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Long barrow 250m east of Boyton Field Barn is a Neolithic burial monument located in Wiltshire. The structure dates to the early Neolithic period, representing the communal burial practices characteristic of prehistoric Britain. Like other long barrows of its type, it would have served as a monumental tomb for multiple interments across an extended period, reflecting the social organisation and ritual practices of early farming communities. The monument survives as an earthwork feature in the Wiltshire landscape, contributing to the archaeological record of Neolithic settlement and funerary activity in the region.

Long barrow 250m east of Boyton Field Barn is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010520. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Long barrow 250m east of Boyton Field Barn?

Long barrow 250m east of Boyton Field Barn is a Neolithic burial monument located in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010520.

Who is responsible for protecting Long barrow 250m east of Boyton Field Barn?

Long barrow 250m east of Boyton Field Barn 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 1010520.

What other scheduled monuments are near Long barrow 250m east of Boyton Field Barn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 540m north of Woodbine Barn (3.3 km), Bowl barrow in High Park on south facing slope of Fonthill Down (3.4 km), Ditch, 343yds (310m) ENE of East Farm Cottages to 800yds (730m) NW of St Martin's Chapel (5.1 km).

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