Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLong barrow 370m south-south-east of Castle Farm

Long barrow 370m south-south-east of Castle Farm

England
List entry 1011525
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Long barrow 370m south-south-east of Castle Farm is a Neolithic communal burial monument located in Somerset, England. The site represents the characteristic funerary architecture of the Early Neolithic period, when such long earthworks served as collective tombs for deceased community members. The barrow's preservation and official designation within the National Heritage List for England (entry 1011525) reflects its archaeological importance as evidence of early farming settlement and ritual practice in the region. As with many such monuments, the structure would originally have comprised an earthen mound covering stone or timber burial chambers, though its current physical condition and any remaining structural elements are subject to archaeological recording.

Long barrow 370m south-south-east of Castle Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011525. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Long barrow 370m south-south-east of Castle Farm?

Long barrow 370m south-south-east of Castle Farm is a Neolithic communal burial monument located in Somerset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011525.

Who is responsible for protecting Long barrow 370m south-south-east of Castle Farm?

Long barrow 370m south-south-east of Castle Farm 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 1011525.

What other scheduled monuments are near Long barrow 370m south-south-east of Castle Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bracelet Cave (4.8 km), Badger Hole, Wookey (4.8 km), Rhinoceros Hole, Wookey (4.8 km).

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