Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound barrow E of Downbarn West

Round barrow E of Downbarn West

England
List entry 1005624
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Round barrow E of Downbarn West is a Neolithic or Bronze Age burial mound situated in Wiltshire. The barrow forms part of a dispersed group of burial monuments in the Downbarn West complex, reflecting the funerary practices of prehistoric communities in the region. As a round barrow, it represents the characteristic mound burial tradition of the later prehistoric period, when such earthworks served as focal points for communal or elite interment. The monument survives as an upstanding earthwork and remains a significant archaeological record of Bronze Age funerary activity in Wiltshire.

Round barrow E of Downbarn West is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005624. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round barrow E of Downbarn West?

Round barrow E of Downbarn West is a Neolithic or Bronze Age burial mound situated in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005624.

Who is responsible for protecting Round barrow E of Downbarn West?

Round barrow E of Downbarn West 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 1005624.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round barrow E of Downbarn West?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Fussell's long barrow (4.2 km), Old Sarum (5.2 km), Roman earthwork (6.1 km).

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