Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound barrow 520m WNW of Quarry Cottage

Round barrow 520m WNW of Quarry Cottage

England
List entry 1014503
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Round barrow 520m WNW of Quarry Cottage is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Northumberland. The barrow survives as an earthwork monument typical of funerary practice during the second millennium BC, when such mounds served as prominent markers for elite and community burials across the northern English landscape. The monument is designated as a scheduled ancient monument, reflecting its archaeological significance and protected status under national heritage legislation. Its preservation contributes to the understanding of Bronze Age settlement patterns and mortuary practices in the region.

Round barrow 520m WNW of Quarry Cottage is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014503. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round barrow 520m WNW of Quarry Cottage?

Round barrow 520m WNW of Quarry Cottage is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014503.

Who is responsible for protecting Round barrow 520m WNW of Quarry Cottage?

Round barrow 520m WNW of Quarry 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 1014503.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round barrow 520m WNW of Quarry Cottage?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dovecote 150yds (140m) NE of Lepers' Hospital (0.4 km), Unknown wreck, 600m ENE of Bamburgh Castle (0.9 km), Spindlestone Heughs defended settlement (3.2 km).

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