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The Three Burrows is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure located near Gwithian in Cornwall. The monument comprises three concentric ditches with associated banks, characteristic of causewayed enclosures constructed during the early Neolithic period, approximately 4000–3500 BCE. Excavations have revealed evidence of settlement activity and the site's function as a gathering place and defensive installation. The Three Burrows represents an important example of early Neolithic monumental architecture in south-west England and contributes to understanding the settlement patterns and social organisation of Neolithic communities in the region.
The Three Burrows is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016056. View the official record →
The Three Burrows is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure located near Gwithian in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016056.
The Three Burrows 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 1016056.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wayside cross in Gwennap churchyard (7 km), Round 280m south west of Trebowland (8.6 km), Cast iron footbridge at Perran Mill (9 km).
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