Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRowden Wood long barrow

Rowden Wood long barrow

England
List entry 1002110
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Rowden Wood long barrow is a Neolithic chambered monument situated in Gloucestershire, England. The barrow is a characteristic example of the long barrow tradition of monument building that flourished during the Early Neolithic period, roughly between 4000 and 3000 BC. The monument survives as an earthwork, preserving evidence of its original construction and the funerary practices of early agricultural communities in the region. As a scheduled ancient monument, it represents an important archaeological resource for understanding Neolithic settlement, burial customs, and the ceremonial landscape of prehistoric Gloucestershire.

Rowden Wood long barrow is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002110. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Rowden Wood long barrow?

Rowden Wood long barrow is a Neolithic chambered monument situated in Gloucestershire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002110.

Who is responsible for protecting Rowden Wood long barrow?

Rowden Wood long 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 1002110.

What other scheduled monuments are near Rowden Wood long barrow?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Blackquarries Hill long barrow (3.7 km), Kingswood Abbey gate (5.8 km), Tresham Farbarrow round barrows (6.9 km).

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