Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound barrow on Skipwith Common, 810m south of Skipwith Church

Round barrow on Skipwith Common, 810m south of Skipwith Church

England
List entry 1018601
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Round barrow on Skipwith Common, 810m south of Skipwith Church is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in the North Riding of Yorkshire. The barrow survives as an earthwork mound which represents the burial practices characteristic of the Bronze Age period, when such monuments served as prominent markers for elite or significant burials within the landscape. The monument's location on Skipwith Common reflects the typical placement of such barrows on higher ground, where they would have been visible across the surrounding terrain. As a designated heritage asset, it contributes to understanding the prehistoric settlement patterns and mortuary practices of Bronze Age Yorkshire.

Round barrow on Skipwith Common, 810m south of Skipwith Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018601. View the official record →

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What is Round barrow on Skipwith Common, 810m south of Skipwith Church?

Round barrow on Skipwith Common, 810m south of Skipwith Church is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in the North Riding of Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018601.

Who is responsible for protecting Round barrow on Skipwith Common, 810m south of Skipwith Church?

Round barrow on Skipwith Common, 810m south of Skipwith Church 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 1018601.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round barrow on Skipwith Common, 810m south of Skipwith Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow on Skipwith Common, 690m north west of Horseshoe Pond (0.2 km), Round barrow on Skipwith Common, 830m south east of Adamson Farm (0.3 km), Round barrow on Skipwith Common, 800m south east of Adamson Farm (0.3 km).

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