Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLong barrow 650m south-east of Cross Thorns Barn

Long barrow 650m south-east of Cross Thorns Barn

England
List entry 1011575
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Long barrow 650m south-east of Cross Thorns Barn is a Neolithic burial monument located in Yorkshire, England. The structure represents the characteristic form of a long barrow, a communal burial mound type that was constructed during the Neolithic period, typically between approximately 4000 and 3000 BC. Such monuments served as focal points for early agricultural communities and contained multiple inhumations, reflecting the social and ritual practices of prehistoric Britain. The site is recorded in the National Heritage List for England under entry 1011575, indicating its recognition as a monument of archaeological significance.

Long barrow 650m south-east of Cross Thorns Barn is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011575. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Long barrow 650m south-east of Cross Thorns Barn?

Long barrow 650m south-east of Cross Thorns Barn is a Neolithic burial monument located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011575.

Who is responsible for protecting Long barrow 650m south-east of Cross Thorns Barn?

Long barrow 650m south-east of Cross Thorns 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 1011575.

What other scheduled monuments are near Long barrow 650m south-east of Cross Thorns Barn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 350m south-east of Low Farm (9.4 km), Round barrow 400m south-west of Low Farm (9.5 km), Round barrow 440m south-west of Low Farm (9.5 km).

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