Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThree round barrows 350yds (320m) E of Burnoon

Three round barrows 350yds (320m) E of Burnoon

England
List entry 1004266
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Three round barrows 350 yards east of Burnoon is a Neolithic or Bronze Age funerary monument located in Cornwall. The site comprises three burial mounds positioned in the parish landscape east of the settlement at Burnoon. Round barrows of this type typically date from the Bronze Age and represent important focal points in the prehistoric burial practices of south-western Britain, reflecting the social organisation and ritual beliefs of their communities. The monument survives as an archaeological site of significance for understanding Bronze Age settlement and mortuary practices in Cornwall.

Three round barrows 350yds (320m) E of Burnoon is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004266. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Three round barrows 350yds (320m) E of Burnoon?

Three round barrows 350 yards east of Burnoon is a Neolithic or Bronze Age funerary monument located in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004266.

Who is responsible for protecting Three round barrows 350yds (320m) E of Burnoon?

Three round barrows 350yds (320m) E of Burnoon 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 1004266.

What other scheduled monuments are near Three round barrows 350yds (320m) E of Burnoon?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 500yds (460m) WNW of St Rumon's Church (5.6 km), Bowl barrow 470m north of Ruan Pool (5.9 km), Bowl barrow 280m NNW of Southernwood (6.2 km).

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