Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLong barrow to the north of Withcall

Long barrow to the north of Withcall

England
List entry 1456916
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

The long barrow to the north of Withcall is a Neolithic burial monument located in Lincolnshire. Long barrows of this period typically date to between approximately 4000 and 3000 BCE and represent some of the earliest monumental architecture in Britain, constructed as communal burial chambers by early farming communities. The monument would have originally consisted of an earthen mound covering a stone or timber burial chamber, though its present condition reflects the effects of several millennia of weathering and agricultural use. These structures are archaeologically significant as evidence of Neolithic settlement patterns, social organisation, and funerary practices in the East Midlands region.

Long barrow to the north of Withcall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1456916. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Long barrow to the north of Withcall?

The long barrow to the north of Withcall is a Neolithic burial monument located in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1456916.

Who is responsible for protecting Long barrow to the north of Withcall?

Long barrow to the north of Withcall 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 1456916.

What other scheduled monuments are near Long barrow to the north of Withcall?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tathwell long barrow, 350m NNW of the junction of Horncastle Road and New Lane (2.3 km), Bowl barrow 600m WSW of New Buildings (2.7 km), Neolithic long barrow and two Bronze Age bowl barrows north of Cold Harbour Farm (2.9 km).

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