Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMound known as Brokenback SW of village

Mound known as Brokenback SW of village

England
List entry 1004983
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Brokenback Mound is a prehistoric earthwork located south-west of the village in Lincolnshire. The monument survives as an elevated mound formation, characteristic of Bronze Age burial practices in the East Midlands region. Such mounds typically served as territorial markers and focal points for ritual activity within their contemporary landscape. The site is recorded within the national heritage list as a scheduled monument of archaeological importance, though detailed excavation records specific to this location remain limited in published scholarship.

Mound known as Brokenback SW of village is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004983. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Mound known as Brokenback SW of village?

Brokenback Mound is a prehistoric earthwork located south-west of the village in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004983.

Who is responsible for protecting Mound known as Brokenback SW of village?

Mound known as Brokenback SW of village 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 1004983.

What other scheduled monuments are near Mound known as Brokenback SW of village?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Packhorse bridge (0.8 km), Cross in All Saints churchyard (1 km), Cross in St Andrew's churchyard, Kirkby (4 km).

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