Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound barrow 860yds (786m) SE of Knighton Hill Buildings

Round barrow 860yds (786m) SE of Knighton Hill Buildings

England
List entry 1004771
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Round barrow 860yds (786m) SE of Knighton Hill Buildings is a prehistoric burial mound located in Wiltshire, England. The monument dates to the Bronze Age and represents a typical example of the funerary architecture characteristic of this period in southern England. Round barrows of this type were constructed as earthen mounds to cover the remains of the deceased, often accompanied by grave goods, and frequently formed part of larger ritual landscapes. The site is recorded on the National Heritage List for England under designation reference 1004771, indicating its recognition as a monument of national archaeological importance.

Round barrow 860yds (786m) SE of Knighton Hill Buildings is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004771. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round barrow 860yds (786m) SE of Knighton Hill Buildings?

Round barrow 860yds (786m) SE of Knighton Hill Buildings is a prehistoric burial mound located in Wiltshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004771.

Who is responsible for protecting Round barrow 860yds (786m) SE of Knighton Hill Buildings?

Round barrow 860yds (786m) SE of Knighton Hill Buildings 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 1004771.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round barrow 860yds (786m) SE of Knighton Hill Buildings?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Barrows in Salisbury Plantation (8.1 km), Four bowl barrows 865m north east of Squirrel's Corner (8.3 km), Parts of Dorset Cursus on Bottlebush Down (8.4 km).

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