Scheduled MonumentsEnglandNew Bield round barrow and ringwork

New Bield round barrow and ringwork

England
List entry 1004105
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

New Bield round barrow and ringwork is a prehistoric monument located in Yorkshire, England, comprising both a round barrow and an associated ringwork earthwork. The site dates to the Bronze Age, when round barrows served as burial monuments for elite members of prehistoric communities. The ringwork element, a circular defensive or ceremonial enclosure, may represent a later phase of use or activity at the location. Together, these features demonstrate the layered archaeological significance of the site and its continued importance across different periods of prehistory.

New Bield round barrow and ringwork is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004105. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is New Bield round barrow and ringwork?

New Bield round barrow and ringwork is a prehistoric monument located in Yorkshire, England, comprising both a round barrow and an associated ringwork earthwork. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004105.

Who is responsible for protecting New Bield round barrow and ringwork?

New Bield round barrow and ringwork 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 1004105.

What other scheduled monuments are near New Bield round barrow and ringwork?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Linear earthwork north east of Collingwood Farm (6.7 km), Round barrow 700m north east of Collingwood Farm (6.9 km), Croom medieval settlement and cultivation terraces (7 km).

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