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 Bronze Age funerary monument located in Yorkshire, England. The site comprises a round barrow, a characteristic mound burial structure of the Bronze Age period, alongside an associated ringwork, an earthwork defence or enclosure formed by a circular bank and ditch. Such combined monuments are relatively uncommon and suggest occupation or ritual activity extending beyond the primary funerary function of the barrow itself. The earthwork evidence indicates settlement or ceremonial use in prehistory, making New Bield significant for understanding Bronze Age land use and social practices in northern England.

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 Bronze Age funerary monument located in Yorkshire, England. 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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