Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Mound, Walton Place

The Mound, Walton Place

England
List entry 1009519
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Mound, Walton Place is a prehistoric earthwork located in Surrey. The monument consists of an artificial mound of considerable size, representative of Bronze Age burial practices and settlement activity in the region. Its precise chronology and original function remain subjects of archaeological study, though such mounds typically served ceremonial, defensive, or funerary purposes during the later prehistoric period. The site represents an important surviving example of early landscape modification in Surrey and contributes to understanding of prehistoric settlement patterns in the south-east of England.

The Mound, Walton Place is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009519. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The Mound, Walton Place?

The Mound, Walton Place is a prehistoric earthwork located in Surrey. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009519.

Who is responsible for protecting The Mound, Walton Place?

The Mound, Walton Place 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 1009519.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Mound, Walton Place?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 130m south of Buckland Road: part of Reigate Heath round barrow cemetery (5 km), Bowl barrow 200m north of Flanchford Road: part of Reigate Heath round barrow cemetery (5 km), Bowl barrow 70m north of Flanchford Road: part of Reigate Heath round barrow cemetery (5.1 km).

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