Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound barrow N of Chedworth Roman villa

Round barrow N of Chedworth Roman villa

England
List entry 1003346
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Round barrow N of Chedworth Roman villa is a Bronze Age burial mound situated within the landscape of the Chedworth Roman villa estate in Gloucestershire. The barrow forms part of a group of prehistoric monuments in the vicinity of the villa site, demonstrating the long history of human activity and settlement in this area prior to the Roman occupation of Britain. As a round barrow, it represents a funerary structure typical of Bronze Age burial practices, likely dating to the second millennium BCE. The barrow's presence at Chedworth illustrates the palimpsest of archaeological remains on the site, where Bronze Age and Roman period activity overlaps in the same landscape.

Round barrow N of Chedworth Roman villa is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003346. View the official record →

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What is Round barrow N of Chedworth Roman villa?

Round barrow N of Chedworth Roman villa is a Bronze Age burial mound situated within the landscape of the Chedworth Roman villa estate in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003346.

Who is responsible for protecting Round barrow N of Chedworth Roman villa?

Round barrow N of Chedworth Roman villa 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 1003346.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round barrow N of Chedworth Roman villa?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wayside cross at Calmsden (5.3 km), Colnpen round barrows (5.7 km), Colnpen long barrow (5.8 km).

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