Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThree round barrows 320m south west of Trelagossick

Three round barrows 320m south west of Trelagossick

England
List entry 1019610
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Three round barrows 320m south west of Trelagossick is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Cornwall, England. The three barrows represent characteristic examples of burial mounds constructed during the Bronze Age period, when such earthworks served as prominent markers for elite or community burials across the Cornish landscape. The site's survival and official designation reflect its archaeological significance as evidence of prehistoric settlement patterns and mortuary practices in the region. The barrows' positioning and clustering are typical of Bronze Age burial grounds, which often comprised multiple mounds within defined ceremonial or burial zones.

Three round barrows 320m south west of Trelagossick is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019610. View the official record →

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What is Three round barrows 320m south west of Trelagossick?

Three round barrows 320m south west of Trelagossick is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019610.

Who is responsible for protecting Three round barrows 320m south west of Trelagossick?

Three round barrows 320m south west of Trelagossick 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 1019610.

What other scheduled monuments are near Three round barrows 320m south west of Trelagossick?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Castlezens multiple enclosure fort (1.1 km), Veryan Castle multiple enclosure fort and annexe 500m south west of Churchtown Farm (2.9 km), Carne Beacon round barrow 320m north of Carne Farm (2.9 km).

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