Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound cairn, 400m SSW of Bolam church

Round cairn, 400m SSW of Bolam church

England
List entry 1011837
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Round cairn, 400m SSW of Bolam church, is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Northumberland. The cairn consists of a circular mound of stones constructed as a burial monument, typical of Bronze Age funerary practice in northern Britain, and represents an important element of the prehistoric ritual landscape of the region. Its survival as an upstanding earthwork demonstrates the archaeological value of such monuments for understanding Bronze Age settlement patterns and mortuary customs in Northumberland. The site's official designation as a scheduled ancient monument reflects its significance to the archaeological record of the area.

Round cairn, 400m SSW of Bolam church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011837. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round cairn, 400m SSW of Bolam church?

Round cairn, 400m SSW of Bolam church, is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011837.

Who is responsible for protecting Round cairn, 400m SSW of Bolam church?

Round cairn, 400m SSW of Bolam church 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 1011837.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round cairn, 400m SSW of Bolam church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow, 200m ENE of Shortflatt (1.9 km), Belsay tower house and attached unfortified wing, deserted medieval village, possible moated site, promontory fort and watch post (3.7 km), Medieval wayside cross, 190m east of Belsay Tower (3.7 km).

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