Scheduled MonumentsEnglandOval barrow 60m west of Ranworth Walk, 650m south west of Westfield School

Oval barrow 60m west of Ranworth Walk, 650m south west of Westfield School

England
List entry 1013523
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Oval barrow 60m west of Ranworth Walk, 650m south west of Westfield School is a Neolithic or Bronze Age burial mound located in Bedfordshire. The monument survives as an oval earthwork that represents a funerary practice characteristic of prehistoric Britain, when communities constructed such mounds to inter their dead and mark significant ceremonial or settlement sites. Its precise dating and archaeological context remain subjects of study, though its form and location within Bedfordshire's broader prehistoric landscape indicate its importance as a record of early burial practices in the region. The site is designated as an ancient monument in recognition of its archaeological and historical value.

Oval barrow 60m west of Ranworth Walk, 650m south west of Westfield School is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013523. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Oval barrow 60m west of Ranworth Walk, 650m south west of Westfield School?

Oval barrow 60m west of Ranworth Walk, 650m south west of Westfield School is a Neolithic or Bronze Age burial mound located in Bedfordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013523.

Who is responsible for protecting Oval barrow 60m west of Ranworth Walk, 650m south west of Westfield School?

Oval barrow 60m west of Ranworth Walk, 650m south west of Westfield School 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 1013523.

What other scheduled monuments are near Oval barrow 60m west of Ranworth Walk, 650m south west of Westfield School?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Paved ford 400yds (366m) SE of Kempston Church (1.8 km), Bedford Castle motte and bailey (2.5 km), The Moot Hall (2.7 km).

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