Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound Low bowl barrow

Round Low bowl barrow

England
List entry 1013648
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Round Low bowl barrow is a Neolithic or Early Bronze Age burial mound located in Derbyshire, England. The monument consists of a circular earthwork of modest dimensions typical of bowl barrows from this period, constructed as a funerary monument to contain cremated or inhumed remains. Such barrows represent an important class of prehistoric ritual landscape features that are widespread across the English uplands and demonstrate the burial practices and ceremonial significance of early agricultural communities in Britain. The site's preservation and recording as a scheduled monument reflects its archaeological value as evidence of prehistoric settlement and mortuary practice in the Peak District region.

Round Low bowl barrow is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013648. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round Low bowl barrow?

Round Low bowl barrow is a Neolithic or Early Bronze Age burial mound located in Derbyshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013648.

Who is responsible for protecting Round Low bowl barrow?

Round Low bowl barrow 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 1013648.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round Low bowl barrow?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Anglian high cross in the churchyard of All Saints' Church (3.8 km), Bank Top bowl barrow (3.8 km), Bank Top oval barrow (3.9 km).

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