Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLong barrow 700m south of Tidcombe

Long barrow 700m south of Tidcombe

England
List entry 1012253
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Long barrow 700m south of Tidcombe is a Neolithic communal burial monument located in Wiltshire. The site dates to the early Neolithic period, broadly between 4000 and 3000 BC, and represents a form of monumental architecture characteristic of prehistoric Britain. The barrow takes the form of an elongated earthen mound, a typical construction type for long barrows of the period, which served as a focal point for burial practices and ritual activity. Such monuments functioned as repositories for collective inhumation and held considerable significance within the social and spiritual life of Neolithic communities.

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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