Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound cairn 1.17km south-west of Higher Langdon Farm

Round cairn 1.17km south-west of Higher Langdon Farm

England
List entry 1007477
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Round cairn 1.17km south-west of Higher Langdon Farm is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Cornwall. The site consists of a circular mound of stones typical of cairn construction in south-western England during the Bronze Age period. Such monuments served as repositories for cremated or inhumed remains and often contained grave goods reflecting the status and beliefs of their communities. The cairn remains a significant archaeological resource for understanding Bronze Age funerary practices in the region.

Round cairn 1.17km south-west of Higher Langdon Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007477. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round cairn 1.17km south-west of Higher Langdon Farm?

Round cairn 1.17km south-west of Higher Langdon Farm is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007477.

Who is responsible for protecting Round cairn 1.17km south-west of Higher Langdon Farm?

Round cairn 1.17km south-west of Higher Langdon 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 1007477.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round cairn 1.17km south-west of Higher Langdon Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Platform cairn on Goonzion Downs (5.4 km), Wayside cross at Polmenna, 730m north east of Ley Green Farm (6 km), Tredinnick Cross, 450m east of Great Tredinnick (7 km).

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