Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound barrows on Cross Hill

Round barrows on Cross Hill

England
List entry 1002855
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Round barrows on Cross Hill is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Dorset, England. The site comprises multiple burial mounds positioned on elevated terrain, typical of the ceremonial and sepulchral practices characteristic of the Bronze Age period, roughly 2200 to 800 BC. These earthworks represent significant archaeological evidence of prehistoric settlement patterns and burial customs in the region. The barrows have been recognized as a scheduled ancient monument, reflecting their historical importance to the understanding of Bronze Age society in southern England.

Round barrows on Cross Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002855. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round barrows on Cross Hill?

Round barrows on Cross Hill is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Dorset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002855.

Who is responsible for protecting Round barrows on Cross Hill?

Round barrows on Cross Hill 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 1002855.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round barrows on Cross Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Pigeon House long barrow (9.2 km), Three barrows near Town Hill Barn (9.2 km), Long barrow NW of Red Barn (9.4 km).

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