Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThree disc barrows on Longmoor Common, 250m north west of the church

Three disc barrows on Longmoor Common, 250m north west of the church

England
List entry 1016843
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Three disc barrows on Longmoor Common, 250 metres north west of the church is a Bronze Age burial monument consisting of three disc-shaped earthworks situated on elevated ground near Horndean in Hampshire. Disc barrows represent a distinctive funerary tradition of the Bronze Age, typically comprising a central burial mound surrounded by a ditch and outer bank, and these examples contribute to the archaeological understanding of prehistoric burial practices in the Hampshire landscape. The monument's designation as a protected heritage asset reflects its archaeological significance as evidence of Bronze Age settlement and mortuary behaviour in the south of England.

Three disc barrows on Longmoor Common, 250m north west of the church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016843. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Three disc barrows on Longmoor Common, 250m north west of the church?

Three disc barrows on Longmoor Common, 250 metres north west of the church is a Bronze Age burial monument consisting of three disc-shaped earthworks situated on elevated ground near Horndean in Hampshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016843.

Who is responsible for protecting Three disc barrows on Longmoor Common, 250m north west of the church?

Three disc barrows on Longmoor Common, 250m north west of the church 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 1016843.

What other scheduled monuments are near Three disc barrows on Longmoor Common, 250m north west of the church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval moated site in Parlour Copse (9.3 km), Two bowl barrows on Iping Common, 350m south west of Crowshole Farm (10.7 km), Bowl barrow on Goldrings Warren (10.7 km).

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