Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound barrow on Scawton Moor, 620m north west of High Lodge

Round barrow on Scawton Moor, 620m north west of High Lodge

England
List entry 1019824
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Round barrow on Scawton Moor, 620m north west of High Lodge is a Bronze Age burial monument situated on moorland in North Yorkshire. The barrow survives as an earthen mound, representing a funerary structure typical of the Bronze Age period, roughly dated to between 2200 and 700 BC. Such monuments are significant archaeological features as they frequently contained inhumation or cremation burials, often accompanied by grave goods that provide insight into Bronze Age burial practices and social organisation. The barrow's survival on open moorland preserves important evidence of prehistoric settlement and ritual practices in the Yorkshire uplands.

Round barrow on Scawton Moor, 620m north west of High Lodge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019824. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round barrow on Scawton Moor, 620m north west of High Lodge?

Round barrow on Scawton Moor, 620m north west of High Lodge is a Bronze Age burial monument situated on moorland in North Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019824.

Who is responsible for protecting Round barrow on Scawton Moor, 620m north west of High Lodge?

Round barrow on Scawton Moor, 620m north west of High Lodge 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 1019824.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round barrow on Scawton Moor, 620m north west of High Lodge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 50m south east of Windyridge Farm (8.5 km), Round barrow 800m east of Windyridge Farm (8.8 km), Round barrow 450m south west of Coney Hill Farm (8.9 km).

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