Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound barrows 600yds (550m) NW of Longbottom Farm

Round barrows 600yds (550m) NW of Longbottom Farm

England
List entry 1006223
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Round barrows 600yds (550m) NW of Longbottom Farm is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Somerset. The site comprises one or more round barrows, earthen burial mounds characteristic of Bronze Age mortuary practice in Britain, dating to approximately 2200–700 BC. Round barrows of this period typically contained inhumation or cremation burials, often accompanied by grave goods including pottery and metalwork, and frequently served as focal points for ritual and community identity. The monument's survival as an archaeological site contributes to understanding Bronze Age settlement patterns and funerary customs in the Somerset landscape.

Round barrows 600yds (550m) NW of Longbottom Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006223. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round barrows 600yds (550m) NW of Longbottom Farm?

Round barrows 600yds (550m) NW of Longbottom Farm is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006223.

Who is responsible for protecting Round barrows 600yds (550m) NW of Longbottom Farm?

Round barrows 600yds (550m) NW of Longbottom 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 1006223.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round barrows 600yds (550m) NW of Longbottom Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Duck decoy, west of Nyland Hill (6.8 km), Westbury Beacon, a bell barrow 720m west of Brimble Pit Pool (7.9 km), Wayside cross at Stoughton Cross (8 km).

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