Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound barrow in the west of Scarrish Wood

Round barrow in the west of Scarrish Wood

England
List entry 1014677
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Round barrow in the west of Scarrish Wood is a Bronze Age funerary monument situated in Yorkshire. The barrow consists of a circular earthen mound constructed as a burial structure typical of the second millennium BC. Such monuments represent a significant phase in prehistoric mortuary practice and landscape use, often serving as focal points in the burial economy of Bronze Age communities. The barrow's survival in the landscape, despite agricultural activity, preserves evidence of Neolithic and Bronze Age settlement patterns in the region.

Round barrow in the west of Scarrish Wood is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014677. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round barrow in the west of Scarrish Wood?

Round barrow in the west of Scarrish Wood is a Bronze Age funerary monument situated in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014677.

Who is responsible for protecting Round barrow in the west of Scarrish Wood?

Round barrow in the west of Scarrish Wood 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 1014677.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round barrow in the west of Scarrish Wood?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 360m north of Easthorpe Lodge (2 km), Round barrow 330m north of Easthorpe Lodge (2 km), Round barrow 310m NNE of Easthorpe Lodge (2.1 km).

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