Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLong barrow and truncated long barrow west of White Pit

Long barrow and truncated long barrow west of White Pit

England
List entry 1489397
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Long barrow and truncated long barrow west of White Pit is a Neolithic funerary monument located in Lincolnshire. The site comprises two earthwork structures dating to the Neolithic period, representing characteristic megalithic burial practices of prehistoric Britain. The monuments' survival as earthworks, despite truncation in one instance, provides archaeological evidence of settlement and ceremonial activity in the region during the early prehistoric era. Such long barrows served as communal burial places and remain significant indicators of Neolithic social organisation and land use patterns across the English landscape.

Long barrow and truncated long barrow west of White Pit is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1489397. View the official record →

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What is Long barrow and truncated long barrow west of White Pit?

Long barrow and truncated long barrow west of White Pit is a Neolithic funerary monument located in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1489397.

Who is responsible for protecting Long barrow and truncated long barrow west of White Pit?

Long barrow and truncated long barrow west of White Pit 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 1489397.

What other scheduled monuments are near Long barrow and truncated long barrow west of White Pit?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Settlement site (6.7 km), Fordington medieval village (7.1 km), Ring Holt bowl barrow (7.2 km).

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