Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLong barrow in Valley Plantation

Long barrow in Valley Plantation

England
List entry 1015874
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Long barrow in Valley Plantation is a Neolithic burial monument located in Lincolnshire, England. The site represents the type of communal burial structure characteristic of the early Neolithic period, typically constructed during the fourth millennium BCE. The barrow survives as an earthwork within Valley Plantation, preserving evidence of prehistoric funerary practice and settlement patterns in the East Midlands. Its designation as a listed monument reflects its importance as an archaeological resource for understanding Neolithic society and land use in the region.

Long barrow in Valley Plantation is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015874. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Long barrow in Valley Plantation?

Long barrow in Valley Plantation is a Neolithic burial monument located in Lincolnshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015874.

Who is responsible for protecting Long barrow in Valley Plantation?

Long barrow in Valley Plantation 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 1015874.

What other scheduled monuments are near Long barrow in Valley Plantation?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Neolithic long barrow 350m south-west of Sycamore Farm (5.8 km), Bully Hill long barrow, 300m ENE of Bully Hill Farm (6.7 km), Bully Hill bowl barrow, 550m ESE of Bully Hill Farm (6.8 km).

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