Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLong Barrow north-east of Stonepit Covert

Long Barrow north-east of Stonepit Covert

England
List entry 1489375
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Long Barrow north-east of Stonepit Covert is a Neolithic burial monument located in Lincolnshire. The site represents the funerary practices of early farming communities in eastern England during the Neolithic period, approximately 4000 to 3000 BCE. Long barrows of this type typically served as communal burial chambers, constructed from earth and stone to contain the remains of multiple individuals over an extended period. The monument's survival as an earthwork feature demonstrates the scale and permanence of Neolithic monumental construction in the English landscape.

Long Barrow north-east of Stonepit Covert is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1489375. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Long Barrow north-east of Stonepit Covert?

Long Barrow north-east of Stonepit Covert is a Neolithic burial monument located in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1489375.

Who is responsible for protecting Long Barrow north-east of Stonepit Covert?

Long Barrow north-east of Stonepit Covert 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 1489375.

What other scheduled monuments are near Long Barrow north-east of Stonepit Covert?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tathwell long barrow, 350m NNW of the junction of Horncastle Road and New Lane (1.4 km), Bowl barrow cemetery on Bully Hill (2.4 km), Neolithic Long Barrow 550m WNW of Water Tower Cottage (3.4 km).

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