Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound cairn on Burn Banks

Round cairn on Burn Banks

England
List entry 1007413
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Round cairn on Burn Banks is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Westmorland, England. The site consists of a circular mound constructed from stone, characteristic of cairn burials constructed during the Bronze Age period, when such monuments served as repositories for the cremated or inhumed remains of the dead. The monument's survival to the present day, despite centuries of potential disturbance and agricultural activity, demonstrates the robustness of its construction and its significance as a lasting memorial to Bronze Age communities in the upland regions of northern England. The cairn represents an important archaeological resource for understanding burial practices and settlement patterns in prehistoric Westmorland.

Round cairn on Burn Banks is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007413. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round cairn on Burn Banks?

Round cairn on Burn Banks is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Westmorland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007413.

Who is responsible for protecting Round cairn on Burn Banks?

Round cairn on Burn Banks 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 1007413.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round cairn on Burn Banks?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Romano-British farmstead 800m north-east of High House (1.5 km), Round cairn west of White Raise (4.3 km), Round cairn on White Raise (4.3 km).

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