Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound cairn 35m east of summit of Long Scar Pike

Round cairn 35m east of summit of Long Scar Pike

England
List entry 1008560
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Round cairn 35m east of summit of Long Scar Pike is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Westmorland in the English Lake District. The cairn takes the form of a circular mound of stones constructed as a funerary structure, characteristic of Bronze Age burial practices in upland areas of northern England. Its position on the fell summit reflects the deliberate placement of such monuments in prominent landscape locations, likely serving both commemorative and territorial functions within the Bronze Age community. The site is scheduled as an ancient monument in recognition of its archaeological significance as evidence of prehistoric settlement and ritual practice in the region.

Round cairn 35m east of summit of Long Scar Pike is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008560. View the official record →

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What is Round cairn 35m east of summit of Long Scar Pike?

Round cairn 35m east of summit of Long Scar Pike is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Westmorland in the English Lake District. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008560.

Who is responsible for protecting Round cairn 35m east of summit of Long Scar Pike?

Round cairn 35m east of summit of Long Scar Pike 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 1008560.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round cairn 35m east of summit of Long Scar Pike?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round cairn on Howenook Pike (1.4 km), Medieval dyke: part of deer park boundary on Hazel Moor and two medieval shielings (1.9 km), Ring cairn north-west of Cattle Howe (2.7 km).

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