Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound cairn 750m ENE of Trewortha Farm

Round cairn 750m ENE of Trewortha Farm

England
List entry 1009736
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Round cairn 750m ENE of Trewortha Farm is a prehistoric burial monument located in Cornwall. The site is a round cairn, representing a form of monumental burial practice characteristic of the Bronze Age period. Such cairns served as communal or individual burial structures, constructed from stone gathered from the surrounding landscape and often containing cremated or inhumed remains within a central cist or chamber. This example contributes to the significant archaeological record of Bronze Age funerary practices across the Cornish peninsula, where cairn construction reflects the ritual and social importance placed upon the commemoration of the dead.

Round cairn 750m ENE of Trewortha Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009736. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round cairn 750m ENE of Trewortha Farm?

Round cairn 750m ENE of Trewortha Farm is a prehistoric burial monument located in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009736.

Who is responsible for protecting Round cairn 750m ENE of Trewortha Farm?

Round cairn 750m ENE of Trewortha Farm 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 1009736.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round cairn 750m ENE of Trewortha Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Doniert Stone, accompanying cross shaft and underground chamber 650m SW of Common Moor (6.7 km), St Cleer's Well and cross (7.2 km), Medieval wayside cross at Redgate (7.2 km).

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