Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Toots long barrow, Selsley Common

The Toots long barrow, Selsley Common

England
List entry 1002131
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The Toots long barrow is a Neolithic communal burial monument located on Selsley Common in Gloucestershire. The site consists of an earthen mound aligned approximately east-west, typical of long barrow construction in the Cotswold region during the fourth millennium BC. Long barrows of this type served as collective burial chambers for multiple individuals and represent some of the earliest monumental architecture in Britain, reflecting the agricultural and social structures of Neolithic communities. The monument survives as a scheduled ancient monument and contributes to understanding the prehistoric settlement and ritual practices of the Cotswolds.

The Toots long barrow, Selsley Common is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002131. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The Toots long barrow, Selsley Common?

The Toots long barrow is a Neolithic communal burial monument located on Selsley Common in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002131.

Who is responsible for protecting The Toots long barrow, Selsley Common?

The Toots long barrow, Selsley Common 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 1002131.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Toots long barrow, Selsley Common?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Pillow mound 450m north west of Lasborough (8.8 km), Bowl barrow 450m west of Lasborough (8.9 km), Motte castle 200m south east of Lasborough (9 km).

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