Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTadnoll Barrow

Tadnoll Barrow

England
List entry 1003223
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Tadnoll Barrow is a Neolithic burial mound located in Dorset, England. The barrow is situated in the parish of Tadnoll, in an area of Dorset rich in prehistoric earthworks and monuments. As a Neolithic long barrow or round barrow, it represents an important funerary structure from the early prehistoric period, reflecting the burial practices and social organisation of Neolithic communities. The monument remains a significant archaeological site within the Dorset landscape, contributing to the understanding of prehistoric settlement and ritual activity in the region.

Tadnoll Barrow is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003223. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Tadnoll Barrow?

Tadnoll Barrow is a Neolithic burial mound located in Dorset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003223.

Who is responsible for protecting Tadnoll Barrow?

Tadnoll 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 1003223.

What other scheduled monuments are near Tadnoll Barrow?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wardstone Barrow: a bowl barrow on the Dorset coastal ridge 300m south of Chideock Farm (6.1 km), Bowl barrow 660m south of Chaldon Down Buildings: part of the Chaldon Down round barrow cemetery (6.3 km), Bowl barrow 650m south of Chaldon Down Buildings: part of the Chaldon Down round barrow cemetery (6.3 km).

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