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Prehistoric · Round Barrow

Sutton Green round barrow

Denbighshire, Wales
Cadw SAM DE291
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Round Barrow
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Sutton Green round barrow is a prehistoric funerary monument located in Denbighshire, Wales, dating to the Bronze Age period. The site is designated as a scheduled ancient monument under the Welsh heritage protection system (Cadw SAM DE291) in recognition of its archaeological significance. As a round barrow, it represents a characteristic burial form of Bronze Age communities in Wales, constructed as a substantial earthwork mound to mark the grave of an individual or individuals of likely status within their society. The monument reflects the ritual and religious practices of prehistoric Wales, with such barrows serving as enduring focal points in the Bronze Age landscape.

Sutton Green round barrow is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference DE291. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Sutton Green round barrow?

Sutton Green round barrow is a prehistoric funerary monument located in Denbighshire, Wales, dating to the Bronze Age period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference DE291.

What period does Sutton Green round barrow date from?

Sutton Green round barrow dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a round barrow. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Sutton Green round barrow?

Sutton Green round barrow is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is DE291.

What other scheduled monuments are near Sutton Green round barrow?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Standing cross in St Edith's churchyard (3.1 km), Bangor Bridge (3.6 km), Bowl barrow 250m SSE of Meadows Farm (4.8 km).

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