Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound barrow 200m north east of Priests' Spar Quarry

Round barrow 200m north east of Priests' Spar Quarry

England
List entry 1008868
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Round barrow 200m north east of Priests' Spar Quarry is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Yorkshire, England. The barrow survives as a raised earthwork mound characteristic of Bronze Age funerary practice, dating to the period between approximately 2200 and 700 BC when such monuments were constructed across northern England. Like similar barrows in the region, it represents evidence of Bronze Age ritual and burial customs, marking the resting place of individuals of potential social significance. The monument's survival as an upstanding earthwork contributes to the archaeological record of Bronze Age settlement and mortuary practices in Yorkshire.

Round barrow 200m north east of Priests' Spar Quarry is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008868. View the official record →

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What is Round barrow 200m north east of Priests' Spar Quarry?

Round barrow 200m north east of Priests' Spar Quarry is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008868.

Who is responsible for protecting Round barrow 200m north east of Priests' Spar Quarry?

Round barrow 200m north east of Priests' Spar Quarry 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 1008868.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round barrow 200m north east of Priests' Spar Quarry?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 250m north of Cowesby Wood (8.9 km), Round barrow 40m west of Butcher's Wood (8.9 km), Three round barrows 600m NW of Steeple Cross (9 km).

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