Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound barrow on Surgate Brow known as Swarth Howe

Round barrow on Surgate Brow known as Swarth Howe

England
List entry 1019475
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Swarth Howe is a Bronze Age round barrow located on Surgate Brow in Yorkshire. The monument consists of an earthen mound characteristic of funerary monuments erected during the Bronze Age, a period when such barrows served as burial structures for individuals of presumed social standing. The site is recorded in the National Heritage List for England under the reference number 1019475, reflecting its recognition as a monument of archaeological and historical importance. As a surviving example of Bronze Age funerary practice in Yorkshire, Swarth Howe contributes to understanding the burial customs and settlement patterns of prehistoric communities in the region.

Round barrow on Surgate Brow known as Swarth Howe is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019475. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round barrow on Surgate Brow known as Swarth Howe?

Swarth Howe is a Bronze Age round barrow located on Surgate Brow in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019475.

Who is responsible for protecting Round barrow on Surgate Brow known as Swarth Howe?

Round barrow on Surgate Brow known as Swarth Howe 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 1019475.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round barrow on Surgate Brow known as Swarth Howe?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow at North Moor, 120m south east of Forest Lodge (8.2 km), Bowl barrow 920m north of Betton Farm (8.3 km), Bowl barrow 700m north of Betton Farm (8.5 km).

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