Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLong barrow on Trainford Brow

Long barrow on Trainford Brow

England
List entry 1012825
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Long barrow on Trainford Brow is a Neolithic burial monument located in Westmorland, England. The structure dates to the Neolithic period and represents an important example of megalithic funerary architecture characteristic of early agricultural communities in northern England. The barrow would have served as a communal burial place, reflecting the social and ceremonial practices of its period. Such monuments provide valuable archaeological evidence of settlement patterns, ritual practices, and the material culture of Neolithic societies in the upland regions of the Lake District.

Long barrow on Trainford Brow is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012825. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Long barrow on Trainford Brow?

Long barrow on Trainford Brow is a Neolithic burial monument located in Westmorland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012825.

Who is responsible for protecting Long barrow on Trainford Brow?

Long barrow on Trainford Brow 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 1012825.

What other scheduled monuments are near Long barrow on Trainford Brow?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Settlement SW of Naddle Bridge (8.9 km), Skellaw Hill bowl barrow (9 km), Romano-British farmstead at Haweswater (9.1 km).

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