Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound barrow 250yds (230m) N of Colnpen Barn

Round barrow 250yds (230m) N of Colnpen Barn

England
List entry 1003438
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Round barrow 250yds (230m) N of Colnpen Barn is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Gloucestershire, England. The barrow represents a typical example of burial practice during the Bronze Age period, when such earthen mounds were constructed to cover cremated or inhumed remains of the deceased. The monument survives as a visible earthwork in the landscape, preserving evidence of prehistoric mortuary customs and settlement patterns in the region.

Round barrow 250yds (230m) N of Colnpen Barn is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003438. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round barrow 250yds (230m) N of Colnpen Barn?

Round barrow 250yds (230m) N of Colnpen Barn is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Gloucestershire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003438.

Who is responsible for protecting Round barrow 250yds (230m) N of Colnpen Barn?

Round barrow 250yds (230m) N of Colnpen Barn 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 1003438.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round barrow 250yds (230m) N of Colnpen Barn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wayside Cross at Ampney Crucis (6.4 km), Churchyard cross in Holy Rood churchyard (6.4 km), Standing cross socket stone in St Mary's churchyard (6.7 km).

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