Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound cairn including prehistoric carved stone 620m north west of Glassonby

Round cairn including prehistoric carved stone 620m north west of Glassonby

England
List entry 1012824
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Round cairn including prehistoric carved stone 620m north west of Glassonby is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Cumberland. The cairn comprises a mound of stones constructed as a burial structure, characteristic of funerary practices during the Bronze Age period. The site is notable for its association with a prehistoric carved stone, indicating ritual or commemorative significance beyond the basic sepulchral function. Such cairns represent important evidence of settlement patterns and burial customs in the Pennine region during the second millennium before Christ.

Round cairn including prehistoric carved stone 620m north west of Glassonby is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012824. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round cairn including prehistoric carved stone 620m north west of Glassonby?

Round cairn including prehistoric carved stone 620m north west of Glassonby is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Cumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012824.

Who is responsible for protecting Round cairn including prehistoric carved stone 620m north west of Glassonby?

Round cairn including prehistoric carved stone 620m north west of Glassonby 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 1012824.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round cairn including prehistoric carved stone 620m north west of Glassonby?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cross in St Michael's churchyard, Addingham (1.1 km), Little Meg round cairn (1.9 km), Throstle Brow prehistoric enclosure (1.9 km).

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