Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound barrow on Givendale Rigg, 1.6km south west of Givendale Head Farm

Round barrow on Givendale Rigg, 1.6km south west of Givendale Head Farm

England
List entry 1020516
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Round barrow on Givendale Rigg is a Bronze Age funerary monument located on the Yorkshire Wolds near Givendale in East Riding of Yorkshire. The barrow represents a type of burial mound characteristic of the Bronze Age period, when such structures served as prominent markers for elite or important individuals within prehistoric communities. The monument survives as an earthwork feature in the landscape, contributing to the archaeological record of Bronze Age settlement and burial practices in the Yorkshire region. Its designation as a listed ancient monument reflects its archaeological significance as evidence of prehistoric activity and social organisation in the area.

Round barrow on Givendale Rigg, 1.6km south west of Givendale Head Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020516. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round barrow on Givendale Rigg, 1.6km south west of Givendale Head Farm?

Round barrow on Givendale Rigg is a Bronze Age funerary monument located on the Yorkshire Wolds near Givendale in East Riding of Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020516.

Who is responsible for protecting Round barrow on Givendale Rigg, 1.6km south west of Givendale Head Farm?

Round barrow on Givendale Rigg, 1.6km south west of Givendale Head Farm 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 1020516.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round barrow on Givendale Rigg, 1.6km south west of Givendale Head Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 570m south east of Warren House (1.9 km), Long barrow 530m north of Keeper's Cottage (2 km), Round barrow 470m north of Keeper's Cottage (2 km).

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