Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound barrow SE of Cowdown Farm

Round barrow SE of Cowdown Farm

England
List entry 1002992
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Round barrow SE of Cowdown Farm is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Wiltshire. The barrow survives as an earthen mound and represents a typical example of the funerary architecture characteristic of the Bronze Age period in southern England, roughly dating to between 2200 and 700 BCE. Such monuments were constructed to contain inhumations or cremations and often held grave goods reflecting the status of the deceased. The site's preservation and scheduled monument status reflect its archaeological importance as evidence of Bronze Age settlement patterns and burial practices in the Wiltshire landscape.

Round barrow SE of Cowdown Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002992. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round barrow SE of Cowdown Farm?

Round barrow SE of Cowdown Farm is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002992.

Who is responsible for protecting Round barrow SE of Cowdown Farm?

Round barrow SE of Cowdown Farm 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 1002992.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round barrow SE of Cowdown Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hare Warren Control Station (8.5 km), Neale's Barrow, round barrow (8.6 km), Hoop Side round barrows (8.9 km).

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