Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLong barrow on Therfield Heath

Long barrow on Therfield Heath

England
List entry 1010428
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Long barrow on Therfield Heath is a Neolithic chambered tomb situated in Hertfordshire, England. The monument dates from the early Neolithic period and represents a form of communal burial architecture characteristic of prehistoric Britain, constructed from stone to contain human remains and grave goods. The barrow retains its elongated earthen mound, a defining feature of the long barrow type, which would originally have contained an internal stone chamber accessible through a passage entrance. The site demonstrates the monumental investment in funeral practices by early farming communities in southern England during the fourth and third millennia before the present era.

Long barrow on Therfield Heath is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010428. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Long barrow on Therfield Heath?

Long barrow on Therfield Heath is a Neolithic chambered tomb situated in Hertfordshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010428.

Who is responsible for protecting Long barrow on Therfield Heath?

Long barrow on Therfield Heath 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 1010428.

What other scheduled monuments are near Long barrow on Therfield Heath?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site, Goodfellows. (4.5 km), Double moat and fishpond, Queenbury (4.7 km), Reed Hall moated site, Reed (5 km).

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