Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound barrow on Maw Rigg, 1.5km south west of High Langdale End

Round barrow on Maw Rigg, 1.5km south west of High Langdale End

England
List entry 1019630
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Round barrow on Maw Rigg is a Bronze Age burial monument located 1.5 kilometres south-west of High Langdale End in Yorkshire. The barrow survives as an earthwork mound typical of the period, constructed as a burial chamber and marker for the dead during the Bronze Age. Such monuments are significant archaeological features that provide evidence of prehistoric ritual practices and settlement patterns in the upland regions of northern England.

Round barrow on Maw Rigg, 1.5km south west of High Langdale End is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019630. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round barrow on Maw Rigg, 1.5km south west of High Langdale End?

Round barrow on Maw Rigg is a Bronze Age burial monument located 1.5 kilometres south-west of High Langdale End in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019630.

Who is responsible for protecting Round barrow on Maw Rigg, 1.5km south west of High Langdale End?

Round barrow on Maw Rigg, 1.5km south west of High Langdale End 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 1019630.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round barrow on Maw Rigg, 1.5km south west of High Langdale End?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two long barrows 630m and 690m north east of Scamridge Farm (8.4 km), Round barrow 600m west of Scamridge Farm (9 km), Northern of two round barrows known as Row Howes, 640m south east of East Moor Farm (9.4 km).

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