Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLong barrow NW of Red Barn

Long barrow NW of Red Barn

England
List entry 1002739
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Long barrow NW of Red Barn is a Neolithic burial monument situated in Dorset. The structure dates to the early Neolithic period, representing the funerary practices of prehistoric communities who inhabited southern England. The barrow survives as an earthwork that reflects the substantial communal investment in burial construction characteristic of this era. Long barrows of this type typically contained multiple inhumations and served as focal points for ritual and social practices within Neolithic societies.

Long barrow NW of Red Barn is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002739. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Long barrow NW of Red Barn?

Long barrow NW of Red Barn is a Neolithic burial monument situated in Dorset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002739.

Who is responsible for protecting Long barrow NW of Red Barn?

Long barrow NW of Red Barn 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 1002739.

What other scheduled monuments are near Long barrow NW of Red Barn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two bowl barrows immediately south of Bayard Dairy (7.5 km), Cross-ridge dyke on Windsbatch (7.5 km), Long barrow 400yds (360m) NW of Hill Barn (8.8 km).

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