Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound cairn 250m south east of High Wath Ford

Round cairn 250m south east of High Wath Ford

England
List entry 1020046
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Round cairn 250m south east of High Wath Ford is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Cumberland, England. The cairn consists of a circular mound of stones constructed as a burial structure, typical of funerary practices during the Bronze Age period. Such monuments were commonly erected over cremated or inhumed remains and often served as focal points for ritual activity within their landscapes. The site's survival and recording as a scheduled monument reflects its archaeological significance as evidence of prehistoric settlement patterns and burial customs in the upland regions of northern England.

Round cairn 250m south east of High Wath Ford is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020046. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round cairn 250m south east of High Wath Ford?

Round cairn 250m south east of High Wath Ford is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Cumberland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020046.

Who is responsible for protecting Round cairn 250m south east of High Wath Ford?

Round cairn 250m south east of High Wath Ford 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 1020046.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round cairn 250m south east of High Wath Ford?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round cairn 275m south east of High Wath Ford (0.1 km), Round cairn 390m west of Linewath (0.5 km), Carrock End copper mine 230m and 490m south west of Linewath (0.7 km).

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