Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStoney Littleton long barrow

Stoney Littleton long barrow

England
List entry 1007910
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Stoney Littleton long barrow is a Neolithic chambered tomb located near Wotton-under-Edge in Gloucestershire, dating to approximately 3500 BCE. The monument comprises a long earthen mound containing a stone-built burial chamber with side chambers, characteristic of the Cotswold-Severn group of megalithic tombs. The barrow remains substantially preserved and represents an important example of early Neolithic communal burial practice in the Severn Valley region. Excavations in the eighteenth century revealed deposits of human bone, pottery, and flint implements, confirming its use as a mortuary monument for multiple interments over an extended period.

Stoney Littleton long barrow is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007910. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Stoney Littleton long barrow?

Stoney Littleton long barrow is a Neolithic chambered tomb located near Wotton-under-Edge in Gloucestershire, dating to approximately 3500 BCE. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007910.

Who is responsible for protecting Stoney Littleton long barrow?

Stoney Littleton 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 1007910.

What other scheduled monuments are near Stoney Littleton long barrow?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dovecote 220m north of St Philip and St James's Church (3.8 km), Camerton Romano-British town and associated Prehistoric and early medieval monuments (4.9 km), Roman villa NW of Port Way (5 km).

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