Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPrehistoric platform cairn 365m north of Furswain Farm

Prehistoric platform cairn 365m north of Furswain Farm

England
List entry 1008180
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Prehistoric platform cairn 365m north of Furswain Farm is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Cornwall, England. The site consists of a platform cairn, a form of ceremonial burial structure typical of the Bronze Age period in south-west England, constructed from stone to create an elevated platform for ritual or sepulchral purposes. Such monuments represent important evidence of prehistoric burial practices and social organisation in Bronze Age communities. The cairn's survival and formal archaeological recognition, as indicated by its national heritage list entry, underscores its significance for understanding the material culture and mortuary customs of Bronze Age Cornwall.

Prehistoric platform cairn 365m north of Furswain Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008180. View the official record →

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What is Prehistoric platform cairn 365m north of Furswain Farm?

Prehistoric platform cairn 365m north of Furswain Farm is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008180.

Who is responsible for protecting Prehistoric platform cairn 365m north of Furswain Farm?

Prehistoric platform cairn 365m north of Furswain 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 1008180.

What other scheduled monuments are near Prehistoric platform cairn 365m north of Furswain Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Platform cairn on Goonzion Downs (6.4 km), Wayside cross at Polmenna, 730m north east of Ley Green Farm (6.7 km), Culverland Cross in St Martin's churchyard to the north west of the church (7.9 km).

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