Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRandwick Hill long barrow, round barrows and dyke

Randwick Hill long barrow, round barrows and dyke

England
List entry 1002107
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Randwick Hill long barrow is a Neolithic monument located in Gloucestershire, forming part of a broader ceremonial landscape that includes associated round barrows and an ancient dyke. The long barrow represents the burial and ritual practices of early farming communities in the region, dating to the Neolithic period, whilst the round barrows indicate continued use of the site during the Bronze Age. The presence of the dyke suggests later boundary demarcation, possibly serving administrative or defensive functions across this significant archaeological zone. Together, these monuments constitute an important record of human settlement and land use spanning several millennia in the Cotswolds region.

Randwick Hill long barrow, round barrows and dyke is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002107. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Randwick Hill long barrow, round barrows and dyke?

Randwick Hill long barrow is a Neolithic monument located in Gloucestershire, forming part of a broader ceremonial landscape that includes associated round barrows and an ancient dyke. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002107.

Who is responsible for protecting Randwick Hill long barrow, round barrows and dyke?

Randwick Hill long barrow, round barrows and dyke 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 1002107.

What other scheduled monuments are near Randwick Hill long barrow, round barrows and dyke?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including West Hill Romano-Celtic temple (8.2 km), Bowl barrow in Gatcombe Wood (8.9 km), Long barrow 100m north of Oldfield Wood (9 km).

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