Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound cairn on Harland Edge

Round cairn on Harland Edge

England
List entry 1008601
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Round cairn on Harland Edge is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Derbyshire. The cairn consists of a circular mound of stones constructed as a burial structure typical of the Bronze Age period, approximately 2000-700 BCE. Such monuments represent important evidence of prehistoric burial practices and social organisation in the upland regions of the Peak District. The site remains archaeologically significant for understanding patterns of ancient settlement and ritual activity in the Midlands during the second millennium BCE.

Round cairn on Harland Edge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008601. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round cairn on Harland Edge?

Round cairn on Harland Edge is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Derbyshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008601.

Who is responsible for protecting Round cairn on Harland Edge?

Round cairn on Harland Edge 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 1008601.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round cairn on Harland Edge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Darley Bridge (7.3 km), Old Millclose engine house and associated features, 570m south west of Cowley Hall (8 km), Doll Tor stone circle and cairn (8.1 km).

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