Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound barrow NW of Saddlesborough

Round barrow NW of Saddlesborough

England
List entry 1002519
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Round barrow NW of Saddlesborough is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Devon, England. The barrow survives as an earthen mound typical of funerary monuments constructed during the Bronze Age period, when such structures served as burial places for individuals of rank within their communities. Its survival as a recognisable landscape feature demonstrates the enduring physical presence of prehistoric ritual and burial practice in the Devon countryside. The monument is recorded within the National Heritage List for England under entry number 1002519, reflecting its recognition as a site of archaeological and historical importance.

Round barrow NW of Saddlesborough is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002519. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round barrow NW of Saddlesborough?

Round barrow NW of Saddlesborough is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002519.

Who is responsible for protecting Round barrow NW of Saddlesborough?

Round barrow NW of Saddlesborough 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 1002519.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round barrow NW of Saddlesborough?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Plympton Priory (7.4 km), Lee Moor Tramway Bridge (7.5 km), Eggbuckland Keep (7.6 km).

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