Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLong barrow 700m south of Tidcombe

Long barrow 700m south of Tidcombe

England
List entry 1012253
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Long barrow 700m south of Tidcombe is a Neolithic communal burial monument located in Wiltshire. The structure dates to the early Neolithic period, reflecting the tradition of collective interment practised across southern Britain during this era. The barrow remains as an earthwork monument, preserving evidence of the ritual and social practices of prehistoric communities in the region. Such long barrows served as focal points for Neolithic settlement patterns and represent significant archaeological features for understanding early agricultural societies in Wessex.

Long barrow 700m south of Tidcombe is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012253. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Long barrow 700m south of Tidcombe?

Long barrow 700m south of Tidcombe is a Neolithic communal burial monument located in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012253.

Who is responsible for protecting Long barrow 700m south of Tidcombe?

Long barrow 700m south of Tidcombe 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 1012253.

What other scheduled monuments are near Long barrow 700m south of Tidcombe?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Celtic field system on Chute Down (3.8 km), Berisbury camp near Hampshire Gate (4.9 km), Bowl barrow on Wick Down (5.3 km).

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