Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound barrow 60m west of Beacon Farm

Round barrow 60m west of Beacon Farm

England
List entry 1008476
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Round barrow 60m west of Beacon Farm is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Yorkshire. The barrow survives as an earthwork mound and represents a funerary practice characteristic of the Bronze Age period, when such monuments were constructed across the English landscape to commemorate the dead. The site's preservation as an upstanding feature contributes to the archaeological record of prehistoric burial customs in the region. It is designated as a scheduled ancient monument, reflecting its archaeological importance and protected status under national heritage legislation.

Round barrow 60m west of Beacon Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008476. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round barrow 60m west of Beacon Farm?

Round barrow 60m west of Beacon Farm is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008476.

Who is responsible for protecting Round barrow 60m west of Beacon Farm?

Round barrow 60m 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 1008476.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round barrow 60m 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 (3.9 km).

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