Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound cairn 160m north east of Bosistow Island

Round cairn 160m north east of Bosistow Island

England
List entry 1004236
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Round cairn 160m north east of Bosistow Island is a prehistoric funerary monument located in Cornwall. The cairn dates to the Bronze Age and comprises a circular mound of stones constructed as a burial structure. Such monuments are characteristic of Bronze Age burial practices in south-western Britain, reflecting the ritual and commemorative purposes of this period. The site remains an important archaeological record of ancient settlement patterns and mortuary customs in the Cornish landscape.

Round cairn 160m north east of Bosistow Island is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004236. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round cairn 160m north east of Bosistow Island?

Round cairn 160m north east of Bosistow Island is a prehistoric funerary monument located in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004236.

Who is responsible for protecting Round cairn 160m north east of Bosistow Island?

Round cairn 160m north east of Bosistow Island 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 1004236.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round cairn 160m north east of Bosistow Island?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Promontory fort at Carn Les Boel (0.2 km), Wayside cross 170m north of Trevilley (1.4 km), Two barrows and circular enclosure on Pordenack Point (1.5 km).

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