Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound barrow 450m south of Locker Cottage

Round barrow 450m south of Locker Cottage

England
List entry 1008591
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Round barrow 450m south of Locker Cottage is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Yorkshire. The monument consists of a circular earthwork typical of barrows constructed during the Bronze Age period, when such structures served as focal points for ritual burial and commemoration of the dead within communities. The barrow's survival in the modern landscape, despite agricultural activity in the region, provides archaeological evidence for Bronze Age settlement and mortuary practices in Yorkshire. As a designated heritage monument, it contributes to understanding the distribution and character of Bronze Age funerary monuments across northern England.

Round barrow 450m south of Locker Cottage is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008591. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round barrow 450m south of Locker Cottage?

Round barrow 450m south of Locker Cottage is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008591.

Who is responsible for protecting Round barrow 450m south of Locker Cottage?

Round barrow 450m south of Locker Cottage 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 1008591.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round barrow 450m south of Locker Cottage?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 500m south east of Hill Fort Windypit (7.8 km), Round barrow 600m north east of South Woods (7.9 km), Round barrow 650m east of South Woods (8.1 km).

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