Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLong barrow, Winterbourne

Long barrow, Winterbourne

England
List entry 1005623
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Long barrow, Winterbourne is a Neolithic communal burial monument situated in Wiltshire. The structure dates to the Neolithic period, representing the type of earthen long barrow characteristic of early farming communities in southern Britain, typically constructed between approximately 4000 and 3000 BC. These monuments served as repositories for collective burials and held significant ritual importance within their respective communities. The barrow's survival as an archaeological feature contributes to understanding settlement patterns and funerary practices during the transition to agricultural life in prehistoric Wiltshire.

Long barrow, Winterbourne is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005623. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Long barrow, Winterbourne?

Long barrow, Winterbourne is a Neolithic communal burial monument situated in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005623.

Who is responsible for protecting Long barrow, Winterbourne?

Long barrow, Winterbourne 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 1005623.

What other scheduled monuments are near Long barrow, Winterbourne?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman earthwork (0.9 km), Fussell's long barrow (2.4 km), Clarendon Palace (4.2 km).

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