Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound cairn, 670m NNE of Middle House

Round cairn, 670m NNE of Middle House

England
List entry 1008432
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Round cairn, 670m NNE of Middle House is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Northumberland. The site comprises a circular earthen or stone mound characteristic of burial cairns constructed during the Bronze Age period, when such monuments served as repositories for cremated or inhumed remains and formed focal points within the broader ceremonial landscape. The cairn's survival into the modern period, despite agricultural activity across much of Northumberland, testifies to its construction as a substantial and enduring structure. Such monuments are significant archaeological indicators of Bronze Age settlement patterns, burial practices, and the cultural values of prehistoric communities in northern Britain.

Round cairn, 670m NNE of Middle House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008432. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round cairn, 670m NNE of Middle House?

Round cairn, 670m NNE of Middle House is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008432.

Who is responsible for protecting Round cairn, 670m NNE of Middle House?

Round cairn, 670m NNE 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 1008432.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round cairn, 670m NNE of Middle House?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman camp, 290m north west of Seldom Seen (3.9 km), Red House Roman camp (3.9 km), Langley Barony Mines, Haydon Bridge (4.1 km).

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