Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound cairn, 1.34km west of Middle House

Round cairn, 1.34km west of Middle House

England
List entry 1008422
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Round cairn, 1.34 km west of Middle House is a Bronze Age burial monument situated in Northumberland. The site consists of a circular mound constructed from stones, characteristic of cairn burial traditions prevalent during the Bronze Age in northern Britain. Such monuments typically functioned as communal or individual burial places, often accompanied by grave goods reflecting the status and beliefs of the interred. The cairn's survival as an upstanding earthwork demonstrates the enduring physical legacy of Bronze Age funerary practices in the Northumberland landscape.

Round cairn, 1.34km west of Middle House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008422. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round cairn, 1.34km west of Middle House?

Round cairn, 1.34 km west of Middle House is a Bronze Age burial monument situated in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008422.

Who is responsible for protecting Round cairn, 1.34km west of Middle House?

Round cairn, 1.34km west of Middle House 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 1008422.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round cairn, 1.34km west of Middle House?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman camp, 290m north west of Seldom Seen (2.4 km), Langley Barony Mines, Haydon Bridge (3.2 km), Bastles at Chesterwood (4.6 km).

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