Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMound E of Basin Road

Mound E of Basin Road

England
List entry 1002172
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Mound E of Basin Road is a Bronze Age barrow located in Essex, England. The mound forms part of a Bronze Age burial landscape and represents a significant example of funerary monument construction from the second millennium BCE. The earthwork survives as a substantial raised mound, preserving evidence of the ceremonial and burial practices of Bronze Age communities in the region. Its designation as a scheduled monument reflects its importance as an archaeological resource for understanding prehistoric settlement and ritual activity in Essex.

Mound E of Basin Road is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002172. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Mound E of Basin Road?

Mound E of Basin Road is a Bronze Age barrow located in Essex, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002172.

Who is responsible for protecting Mound E of Basin Road?

Mound E of Basin Road 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 1002172.

What other scheduled monuments are near Mound E of Basin Road?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The medieval leprosy hospital of St Giles (3 km), Pumping station (3.9 km), Mill Mound: a bowl barrow 300m south-west of Beckingham Hall (4.9 km).

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