Scheduled MonumentsEnglandOne of two round cairns 810m south-west of Tresellern Farm

One of two round cairns 810m south-west of Tresellern Farm

England
List entry 1011865
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England
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Overview

History & significance

One of two round cairns 810m south-west of Tresellern Farm is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Cornwall. The cairn belongs to a pair of round burial mounds characteristic of the Bronze Age period, when such structures served as burial places for individuals of status within their communities. These monuments are typical of the extensive cairn cemeteries found across the Cornish landscape, reflecting the funerary practices and settlement patterns of the second millennium BCE. The site's designation as a scheduled ancient monument recognises its archaeological significance as evidence of Bronze Age activity and burial customs in the region.

One of two round cairns 810m south-west of Tresellern Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011865. View the official record →

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What is One of two round cairns 810m south-west of Tresellern Farm?

One of two round cairns 810m south-west of Tresellern Farm is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011865.

Who is responsible for protecting One of two round cairns 810m south-west of Tresellern Farm?

One of two round cairns 810m south-west of Tresellern Farm 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 1011865.

What other scheduled monuments are near One of two round cairns 810m south-west of Tresellern Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Doniert Stone, accompanying cross shaft and underground chamber 650m SW of Common Moor (7.6 km), Medieval wayside cross at Redgate (7.8 km), Part of a medieval boundary dyke 220m east of Golitha House (8 km).

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