Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPrehistoric pit alignments and associated features 160m north of The Barbellows

Prehistoric pit alignments and associated features 160m north of The Barbellows

England
List entry 1020034
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Prehistoric pit alignments and associated features 160m north of The Barbellows is a scheduled ancient monument located in Warwickshire, comprising a series of pits arranged in linear formations dating to the prehistoric period. The site's pit alignments represent a characteristic form of landscape organisation and demarcation typical of prehistoric communities, though the precise function of such alignments remains subject to scholarly interpretation. The arrangement and distribution of pits across the site suggest deliberate placement for purposes potentially connected to territorial division, ritual activity, or stock management. The monument's survival and scheduling reflect its archaeological significance as evidence of prehistoric land use and settlement patterns in the Warwickshire landscape.

Prehistoric pit alignments and associated features 160m north of The Barbellows is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020034. View the official record →

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What is Prehistoric pit alignments and associated features 160m north of The Barbellows?

Prehistoric pit alignments and associated features 160m north of The Barbellows is a scheduled ancient monument located in Warwickshire, comprising a series of pits arranged in linear formations dating to the prehistoric period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020034.

Who is responsible for protecting Prehistoric pit alignments and associated features 160m north of The Barbellows?

Prehistoric pit alignments and associated features 160m north of The Barbellows 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 1020034.

What other scheduled monuments are near Prehistoric pit alignments and associated features 160m north of The Barbellows?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Knightlow Cross and mound (0.6 km), Brandon Castle (1.7 km), Bowl barrow on Lammas Hill (1.8 km).

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