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 funerary monument located in Yorkshire, England. The site represents a form of burial practice characteristic of the Bronze Age period, when such earthen mounds were constructed to cover inhumation or cremation deposits, often marking the graves of individuals of social standing. The barrow's survival and scheduled status reflect its archaeological significance as evidence of prehistoric settlement patterns and mortuary practices in the region. Its precise location near Priests' Spar Quarry provides archaeological context within the broader landscape of Bronze Age activity 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 funerary 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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