Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLong barrow 580m south-west of Woodcott Church

Long barrow 580m south-west of Woodcott Church

England
List entry 1012922
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Long barrow 580m south-west of Woodcott Church is a Neolithic communal burial monument located in Hampshire. The site represents the characteristic funerary architecture of the Early to Middle Neolithic period, typically constructed between approximately 4000 and 3000 BCE. Long barrows of this type functioned as collective burial chambers, often containing the remains of multiple individuals and reflecting the communal values of prehistoric farming communities. The earthwork survives as a substantial mound, testament to the considerable labour invested in its construction and the enduring significance of this location as a place of the dead in the ancient landscape.

Long barrow 580m south-west of Woodcott Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012922. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Long barrow 580m south-west of Woodcott Church?

Long barrow 580m south-west of Woodcott Church is a Neolithic communal burial monument located in Hampshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012922.

Who is responsible for protecting Long barrow 580m south-west of Woodcott Church?

Long barrow 580m south-west of Woodcott Church 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 1012922.

What other scheduled monuments are near Long barrow 580m south-west of Woodcott Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Earthworks in Danegrove Copse (1.3 km), Egbury camp (2.9 km), Bowl barrow 100m east of Thorn Down: one of the group known as Seven Barrows (3.4 km).

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