Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThree platform cairns 320m south-east of Moorgate

Three platform cairns 320m south-east of Moorgate

England
List entry 1004416
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Three platform cairns 320m south-east of Moorgate is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Cornwall, England. The site comprises three distinct platform cairns, which are earthen or stone-built mounds characteristic of Bronze Age burial practice in south-west England. Platform cairns typically served as funerary platforms or ritual monuments associated with the later Bronze Age period. The monument's survival and designation reflect its importance as evidence of Bronze Age settlement patterns and funerary practices in the Cornish landscape.

Three platform cairns 320m south-east of Moorgate is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004416. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Three platform cairns 320m south-east of Moorgate?

Three platform cairns 320m south-east of Moorgate is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004416.

Who is responsible for protecting Three platform cairns 320m south-east of Moorgate?

Three platform cairns 320m south-east of Moorgate 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 1004416.

What other scheduled monuments are near Three platform cairns 320m south-east of Moorgate?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval wayside cross at Blisland (9 km), St Protus's Cross, 330m east of Blisland church (9 km), Barrow group on Greenbarrow Downs (9 km).

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