Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMiley Pike round barrow

Miley Pike round barrow

England
List entry 1015954
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Miley Pike round barrow is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Yorkshire, England. The monument consists of an earthen mound characteristic of the round barrow tradition that flourished during the Bronze Age, representing a significant form of ceremonial burial practice across prehistoric Britain. Round barrows such as Miley Pike served as focal points for communities and often contained inhumations or cremations accompanied by grave goods, though the specific contents and condition of this particular example would depend on archaeological investigation and records. The site's preservation and official designation reflect its importance as evidence of Bronze Age funerary practices and settlement patterns in the Yorkshire landscape.

Miley Pike round barrow is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015954. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Miley Pike round barrow?

Miley Pike round barrow is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015954.

Who is responsible for protecting Miley Pike round barrow?

Miley Pike round barrow 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 1015954.

What other scheduled monuments are near Miley Pike round barrow?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 150m north east of Silver Hill Farm (8.6 km), Round barrow 500m east of Silver Hill Farm (8.9 km), Section of the Cleave Dyke system known as Hesketh Dike and Silver Hill round barrow (9 km).

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