Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMarley Knowe round cairn

Marley Knowe round cairn

England
List entry 1006448
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Marley Knowe round cairn is a Neolithic or Bronze Age funerary monument located in Northumberland, England. The cairn consists of a mound of stones constructed over a burial or burials, representing a common form of monumental tomb construction during the prehistoric period in northern Britain. Its specific architectural details and the precise dating of its construction remain subjects of archaeological study, though the monument's survival into the present day testifies to the enduring nature of such stone-built structures. The site is recorded on the National Heritage List for England under entry number 1006448, confirming its status as a protected ancient monument of regional archaeological significance.

Marley Knowe round cairn is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006448. View the official record →

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What is Marley Knowe round cairn?

Marley Knowe round cairn is a Neolithic or Bronze Age funerary monument located in Northumberland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006448.

Who is responsible for protecting Marley Knowe round cairn?

Marley Knowe round cairn 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 1006448.

What other scheduled monuments are near Marley Knowe round cairn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval shieling and enclosure 330m south west of Langlee (9.4 km), Round cairn 435m south west of Langlee (9.5 km), Unenclosed Bronze Age hut circle and clearance cairn 800m ESE of Langlee (9.7 km).

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