Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound cairn on High Raise

Round cairn on High Raise

England
List entry 1011590
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Round cairn on High Raise is a Bronze Age funerary monument located on the fells of Westmorland in the English Lake District. The cairn is a stone mound constructed in the characteristic style of Bronze Age burial practices, serving as a marker for cremated remains or inhumations of individuals of probable ceremonial or social significance. Its position on the high ground of the fell reflects typical Bronze Age settlement and burial patterns in upland regions, where such monuments were frequently positioned to be visible across the landscape. The site remains an important archaeological record of Bronze Age mortuary practice and land use in the North West of England.

Round cairn on High Raise is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011590. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round cairn on High Raise?

Round cairn on High Raise is a Bronze Age funerary monument located on the fells of Westmorland in the English Lake District. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011590.

Who is responsible for protecting Round cairn on High Raise?

Round cairn on High Raise 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 1011590.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round cairn on High Raise?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round cairn 200m south-south-west of Bluegill Fold (6 km), Round cairn 250m south-south-west of Bluegill Fold (6.1 km), Northern round cairn on north end of The Tongue, Troutbeck Park (6.2 km).

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