Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound barrow cemetery 100m south of School Farm

Round barrow cemetery 100m south of School Farm

England
List entry 1017055
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Round barrow cemetery 100m south of School Farm is a Bronze Age burial site located in Somerset. The monument comprises a group of round barrows, earthen mounds raised over cremated or inhumed remains typical of funerary practice during the Bronze Age period. Such barrow cemeteries represent important evidence for settlement patterns and ritual practices in prehistoric Somerset, with multiple barrows often indicating repeated use of a favoured burial location over an extended period. The site's designation as a heritage monument reflects its archaeological significance to understanding Bronze Age communities and their funerary traditions in the region.

Round barrow cemetery 100m south of School Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017055. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round barrow cemetery 100m south of School Farm?

Round barrow cemetery 100m south of School Farm is a Bronze Age burial site located in Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017055.

Who is responsible for protecting Round barrow cemetery 100m south of School Farm?

Round barrow cemetery 100m south of School 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 1017055.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round barrow cemetery 100m south of School Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two bowl barrows, one 380m west and one 685m north west of Beech Croft (1.7 km), Two bowl barrows 210m and 600m north west of Brown Down Cottage (2 km), Two bowl barrows 190m east of Brown Down Lodge (2.3 km).

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