Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLong barrow south of Scamblesby

Long barrow south of Scamblesby

England
List entry 1492017
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Long barrow south of Scamblesby is a Neolithic burial monument situated in Lincolnshire. The structure belongs to the long barrow tradition characteristic of the Neolithic period, a form of communal burial architecture that emerged in Britain during the early fourth millennium BCE. Long barrows of this type typically comprised earthen or stone-built mounds constructed over burial chambers and were often used for collective inhumation over extended periods. This example represents the archaeological evidence of early farming communities that settled in the Lincolnshire Wolds region during the Neolithic era.

Long barrow south of Scamblesby is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1492017. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Long barrow south of Scamblesby?

Long barrow south of Scamblesby is a Neolithic burial monument situated in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1492017.

Who is responsible for protecting Long barrow south of Scamblesby?

Long barrow south of Scamblesby 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 1492017.

What other scheduled monuments are near Long barrow south of Scamblesby?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two Neolithic long barrows 590m north-east of Thorn Covert, West Ashby (3.2 km), Long barrow east of Cold Harbour Farm (3.7 km), Neolithic long barrow and two Bronze Age bowl barrows north of Cold Harbour Farm (4 km).

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