Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLong barrow south-west of Imber

Long barrow south-west of Imber

England
List entry 1010027
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Long barrow south-west of Imber is a Neolithic communal burial monument situated on the chalk downland of Wiltshire. The structure dates to the early Neolithic period, approximately 4000–3000 BCE, and represents the characteristic long barrow tradition of funerary architecture found extensively across southern England. The monument survives as an earthwork comprising an elongated mound with associated ditches, typical of barrows constructed during this era to serve as collective burial chambers for the dead. Such monuments are significant as evidence of early agricultural communities in Britain and their ritual practices surrounding death and commemoration.

Long barrow south-west of Imber is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010027. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Long barrow south-west of Imber?

Long barrow south-west of Imber is a Neolithic communal burial monument situated on the chalk downland of Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010027.

Who is responsible for protecting Long barrow south-west of Imber?

Long barrow south-west of Imber 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 1010027.

What other scheduled monuments are near Long barrow south-west of Imber?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Corton long barrow (8.4 km), Bowl barrow 1020m north west of White Farm (8.9 km), Sherrington Castle mound: motte castle east of Sherrington Manor (8.9 km).

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