Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound barrow in Grimstone Clumps

Round barrow in Grimstone Clumps

England
List entry 1002832
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Round barrow in Grimstone Clumps is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Dorset, England. The barrow forms part of the archaeological landscape of the Grimstone Clumps area, where multiple prehistoric monuments reflect patterns of burial and settlement during the Bronze Age period. Like other barrows of its type and date, it would have served as a funerary structure, likely containing inhumed or cremated remains along with grave goods. The monument remains a significant marker of Bronze Age funerary practice in Dorset and contributes to understanding the distribution and character of such monuments across the region.

Round barrow in Grimstone Clumps is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002832. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round barrow in Grimstone Clumps?

Round barrow in Grimstone Clumps is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Dorset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002832.

Who is responsible for protecting Round barrow in Grimstone Clumps?

Round barrow in Grimstone Clumps 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 1002832.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round barrow in Grimstone Clumps?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow E of The Buildings (9.5 km), Round barrow on Ridgeway Hill (9.5 km), Friar Waddon Hill round barrows (9.6 km).

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