Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound barrow 250m north of Cowesby Wood

Round barrow 250m north of Cowesby Wood

England
List entry 1008583
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Round barrow 250m north of Cowesby Wood is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Yorkshire, England. The barrow represents a funerary structure typical of the Bronze Age period, when such earthen mounds were constructed to mark the graves of individuals or small family groups. As a scheduled ancient monument, it retains archaeological significance for understanding Bronze Age burial practices and settlement patterns in the region. The monument's survival into the present day contributes to the archaeological record of Yorkshire's prehistoric landscape.

Round barrow 250m north of Cowesby Wood is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008583. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round barrow 250m north of Cowesby Wood?

Round barrow 250m north of Cowesby Wood is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008583.

Who is responsible for protecting Round barrow 250m north of Cowesby Wood?

Round barrow 250m north of Cowesby Wood 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 1008583.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round barrow 250m north of Cowesby Wood?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wayside cross known as Cooper Cross on Sutton Bank (8.3 km), Round barrow 230m east of Sutton Bank Farm (8.7 km), Two sections of the Cleave Dyke system, one known as the Casten Dike, and a round barrow south of Kilburn Moor Plantation (8.7 km).

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