Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPrehistoric cairn 675m SE of Trewalla Farm

Prehistoric cairn 675m SE of Trewalla Farm

England
List entry 1011996
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Prehistoric cairn 675m SE of Trewalla Farm is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Cornwall, England. The site consists of a cairn, a mound constructed from stones that served as a burial marker and repository for human remains, typical of Bronze Age mortuary practices across Southwest England. Such cairns represent important evidence of prehistoric settlement patterns and ritual practices in the region, documenting the funerary customs and social organisation of Bronze Age communities. The monument's survival to the present day contributes to understanding the archaeological landscape and burial traditions of prehistoric Cornwall.

Prehistoric cairn 675m SE of Trewalla Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011996. View the official record →

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What is Prehistoric cairn 675m SE of Trewalla Farm?

Prehistoric cairn 675m SE of Trewalla Farm is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011996.

Who is responsible for protecting Prehistoric cairn 675m SE of Trewalla Farm?

Prehistoric cairn 675m SE of Trewalla 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 1011996.

What other scheduled monuments are near Prehistoric cairn 675m SE of Trewalla Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Cleer's Well and cross (2.3 km), Medieval churchyard cross in St Cleer churchyard (2.5 km), Medieval wayside cross at Redgate (3.1 km).

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