Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound cairn, 78m south-east of Titlington Pike

Round cairn, 78m south-east of Titlington Pike

England
List entry 1007449
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Round cairn, 78m south-east of Titlington Pike is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Northumberland. The cairn comprises a roughly circular mound of stones typical of Bronze Age burial practice in northern England, constructed as a monument to commemorate one or more deceased individuals. Such cairns frequently contained cremated remains, sometimes accompanied by grave goods, though the specific contents of this example are not documented in readily available records. The site's position on the Northumberland uplands reflects the Bronze Age preference for elevated locations visible across the landscape, lending the monument both practical and ceremonial significance as a territorial marker and memorial.

Round cairn, 78m south-east of Titlington Pike is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007449. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round cairn, 78m south-east of Titlington Pike?

Round cairn, 78m south-east of Titlington Pike is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007449.

Who is responsible for protecting Round cairn, 78m south-east of Titlington Pike?

Round cairn, 78m south-east of Titlington 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 1007449.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round cairn, 78m south-east of Titlington Pike?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval boundary stone, 220m SSE of Callaly Crag (7.3 km), Round cairn, 260m SSW of Macartney's Cave (7.3 km), Edlingham deserted village (7.3 km).

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