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 communal burial monument located near Wellow in Somerset, dating to around 3500 BCE. The barrow comprises a stone-built cairn approximately 55 metres in length, oriented east-west, with a cruciform burial chamber accessed by a passage at its eastern end. The monument is constructed of drystone walling and retains much of its original structural integrity, including the corbelled roof of the passage and chamber, making it one of the best-preserved examples of a Somerset long barrow. The site represents an important example of Neolithic monumental architecture and funerary practice in south-western Britain, with evidence suggesting it was used for multiple internments 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 communal burial monument located near Wellow in Somerset, dating to around 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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