Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRainslow Scrins 470m south west of Leadmines Farm

Rainslow Scrins 470m south west of Leadmines Farm

England
List entry 1017749
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Rainslow Scrins is a Bronze Age cairn located approximately 470 metres south west of Leadmines Farm in Derbyshire. The monument comprises a substantial mound of stone that represents a funerary or ceremonial structure dating to the Bronze Age period. Such cairns were typically constructed as burial monuments and served as focal points within the prehistoric landscape. The site's survival and official designation reflect its importance as evidence of Bronze Age settlement and ritual practice in the Derbyshire uplands.

Rainslow Scrins 470m south west of Leadmines Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017749. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Rainslow Scrins 470m south west of Leadmines Farm?

Rainslow Scrins is a Bronze Age cairn located approximately 470 metres south west of Leadmines Farm in Derbyshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017749.

Who is responsible for protecting Rainslow Scrins 470m south west of Leadmines Farm?

Rainslow Scrins 470m south west of Leadmines 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 1017749.

What other scheduled monuments are near Rainslow Scrins 470m south west of Leadmines Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Standing cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church (7.6 km), Anglian high cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church (7.7 km), Bank Top bowl barrow (8.5 km).

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