Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound barrow on Stratton Down

Round barrow on Stratton Down

England
List entry 1002871
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Round barrow on Stratton Down is a Bronze Age burial monument situated in Dorset. The barrow survives as an earthwork mound and forms part of the broader landscape of prehistoric funerary remains characteristic of the Dorset downlands. Such monuments typically date to the second and early first millennia before Christ, when round barrows were the predominant form of elite burial practice across southern Britain. The site contributes to our understanding of Bronze Age settlement patterns and ritual practices in this region.

Round barrow on Stratton Down is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002871. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round barrow on Stratton Down?

Round barrow on Stratton Down is a Bronze Age burial monument situated in Dorset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002871.

Who is responsible for protecting Round barrow on Stratton Down?

Round barrow on Stratton Down 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 1002871.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round barrow on Stratton Down?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two round barrows on Ridgeway (9.2 km), Round barrow NE of Friar Waddon (9.3 km), Round barrows on Ridgeway (9.4 km).

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