Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMound 220yds (200m) NNW of church

Mound 220yds (200m) NNW of church

England
List entry 1005071
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Mound 220yds (200m) NNW of church is a prehistoric or early medieval earthwork located in Leicestershire. The monument survives as a substantial mound, representing either a burial mound of Neolithic or Bronze Age date, or potentially an early medieval fortified settlement feature. Its exact chronological attribution remains uncertain without archaeological excavation, though its morphology is consistent with known examples of prehistoric ceremonial or funerary monuments in the East Midlands region. The site is recorded on the National Heritage List for England as a scheduled ancient monument, reflecting its archaeological importance.

Mound 220yds (200m) NNW of church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005071. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Mound 220yds (200m) NNW of church?

Mound 220yds (200m) NNW of church is a prehistoric or early medieval earthwork located in Leicestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005071.

Who is responsible for protecting Mound 220yds (200m) NNW of church?

Mound 220yds (200m) NNW of church 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 1005071.

What other scheduled monuments are near Mound 220yds (200m) NNW of church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Defended enclosure on Robin-a-tiptoe Hill (3.5 km), Market cross on west side of Market Place (3.8 km), Castle mound (4.9 km).

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