Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound barrow 20m west of Beacon Farm

Round barrow 20m west of Beacon Farm

England
List entry 1008473
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Round barrow 20m west of Beacon Farm is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Yorkshire. The barrow represents a characteristic example of prehistoric burial practice in northern England, dating to the Bronze Age period when such earthen mounds were constructed to mark the graves of individuals or small family groups. The monument survives as a visible earthwork and is recorded within the national heritage list as a scheduled ancient monument, reflecting its archaeological significance for understanding Bronze Age settlement and mortuary practices in the region.

Round barrow 20m west of Beacon Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008473. View the official record →

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What is Round barrow 20m west of Beacon Farm?

Round barrow 20m west of Beacon Farm is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008473.

Who is responsible for protecting Round barrow 20m west of Beacon Farm?

Round barrow 20m west of Beacon 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 1008473.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round barrow 20m west of Beacon Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ayton Castle: medieval manorial centre, fortified house including tower and fishponds (2.9 km), Round barrow 460m south of Oliver's Mount Farm (3.8 km), Site of medieval manor house (4 km).

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