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The 'Island' tumulus is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Warwickshire, England. The monument consists of a substantial earthwork of characteristic form for its period, constructed to serve as a ceremonial and funerary focus during the later prehistoric era. As a scheduled monument under entry 1002986, it represents an important example of Bronze Age mortuary practice in the English Midlands and contributes to understanding settlement patterns and ritual landscapes of that region.
The 'Island' tumulus is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002986. View the official record →
The 'Island' tumulus is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Warwickshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002986.
The 'Island' tumulus 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 1002986.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round mound at Hillmorton (2.7 km), Hillmorton Village Cross (3.2 km), Medieval standing cross in The Square (4 km).
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