Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLong barrow 730m south west of Enslow Bridge

Long barrow 730m south west of Enslow Bridge

England
List entry 1021413
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Long barrow 730m south west of Enslow Bridge is a Neolithic burial monument situated in Oxfordshire. The structure represents a characteristic example of the long barrow tradition that flourished in southern England during the early Neolithic period, roughly 4000 to 3000 BCE. Such monuments served as communal burial places and were constructed from earth and stone, forming elongated mounds aligned typically on a north-south or east-west axis. The barrow's presence in the Enslow Bridge area reflects the sustained settlement and ceremonial practices of Neolithic communities in the Upper Thames Valley region.

Long barrow 730m south west of Enslow Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021413. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Long barrow 730m south west of Enslow Bridge?

Long barrow 730m south west of Enslow Bridge is a Neolithic burial monument situated in Oxfordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021413.

Who is responsible for protecting Long barrow 730m south west of Enslow Bridge?

Long barrow 730m south west of Enslow Bridge 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 1021413.

What other scheduled monuments are near Long barrow 730m south west of Enslow Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Blenheim Villa, a Roman villa and associated field system 200m north east of Little Cote (2.4 km), Thrupp Cross (2.5 km), Bladon camp: a hillfort on Bladon Heath (4.5 km).

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