Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound cairn, 800m north east of Lowshield Green

Round cairn, 800m north east of Lowshield Green

England
List entry 1014051
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Round cairn, 800m north east of Lowshield Green, is a prehistoric burial monument located in Northumberland. The cairn dates to the Bronze Age and represents a common funerary practice of the period, when communities constructed stone heaps over cremated or inhumed remains. The monument survives as a circular stone accumulation, typical of round cairns found throughout northern Britain, and contributes to understanding Bronze Age settlement patterns and burial customs in the region. Its designation on the National Heritage List reflects its archaeological importance as evidence of prehistoric ritual and social organisation in Northumberland.

Round cairn, 800m north east of Lowshield Green is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014051. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round cairn, 800m north east of Lowshield Green?

Round cairn, 800m north east of Lowshield Green, is a prehistoric burial monument located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014051.

Who is responsible for protecting Round cairn, 800m north east of Lowshield Green?

Round cairn, 800m north east of Lowshield Green 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 1014051.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round cairn, 800m north east of Lowshield Green?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow N of Reaverhill (7 km), Simonburn Castle tower house (7.6 km), Romano-British farmstead, 400m north-east of Sharpley (8.2 km).

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