Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLong barrow: one of two long barrows east of Milston Down

Long barrow: one of two long barrows east of Milston Down

England
List entry 1009638
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Long barrow east of Milston Down is a Neolithic burial monument located in Wiltshire, England. The barrow forms part of a pair of long barrows situated to the east of Milston Down and dates to the Neolithic period, representing an important category of prehistoric communal burial structures. These elongated mounds typically functioned as collective tombs and reflect the monumental architecture and burial practices of early farming communities in southern Britain. The site is protected as a scheduled monument, reflecting its archaeological and historical significance within the landscape of Neolithic Wiltshire.

Long barrow: one of two long barrows east of Milston Down is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009638. View the official record →

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What is Long barrow: one of two long barrows east of Milston Down?

Long barrow east of Milston Down is a Neolithic burial monument located in Wiltshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009638.

Who is responsible for protecting Long barrow: one of two long barrows east of Milston Down?

Long barrow: one of two long barrows east of Milston Down 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 1009638.

What other scheduled monuments are near Long barrow: one of two long barrows east of Milston Down?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 250m south east of Tower Hill (8.3 km), Long barrow and adjoining bowl barrow, 250m south of Martin's Clump (8.6 km), Saucer barrow 400m north east of the sports ground: one of a group of round barrows north west of Idmiston Down (9.1 km).

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