Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound 200m north east of Burncoose

Round 200m north east of Burncoose

England
List entry 1004268
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Round 200m north east of Burncoose is a prehistoric ritual or domestic monument situated in Cornwall. The structure takes the form of a circular earthwork, characteristic of Bronze Age settlement patterns and ceremonial sites found across the Cornish landscape. Such rounds typically served as focal points for community activity during the Bronze Age and Iron Age periods, though their precise functions—whether primarily defensive, domestic, or ceremonial—remain subjects of archaeological interpretation. The monument's survival as an earthwork feature demonstrates the importance of such sites within the archaeological record of south-west England.

Round 200m north east of Burncoose is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004268. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round 200m north east of Burncoose?

Round 200m north east of Burncoose is a prehistoric ritual or domestic monument situated in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004268.

Who is responsible for protecting Round 200m north east of Burncoose?

Round 200m north east of Burncoose 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 1004268.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round 200m north east of Burncoose?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 280m NNW of Southernwood (6.6 km), Wayside cross 240m north west of Higher Predannack Farm (6.7 km), Round barrow 500yds (460m) WNW of St Rumon's Church (6.7 km).

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