Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThree round barrows 500m south west of Far House

Three round barrows 500m south west of Far House

England
List entry 1008590
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Three round barrows 500m south west of Far House is a Bronze Age funerary monument complex located in Yorkshire, England. The site comprises three distinct round barrows, earthen burial mounds characteristic of Bronze Age burial practices in northern England, typically dating to the second millennium BCE. Round barrows of this period commonly contained cremated or inhumed remains, often accompanied by grave goods reflecting the social status of the deceased. The survival of three barrows in close association suggests a family or community burial ground, providing evidence of Bronze Age settlement and mortuary practice in the Yorkshire landscape.

Three round barrows 500m south west of Far House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008590. View the official record →

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What is Three round barrows 500m south west of Far House?

Three round barrows 500m south west of Far House is a Bronze Age funerary monument complex located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008590.

Who is responsible for protecting Three round barrows 500m south west of Far House?

Three round barrows 500m south west of Far House 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 1008590.

What other scheduled monuments are near Three round barrows 500m south west of Far House?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 500m south east of Hill Fort Windypit (7.8 km), Round barrow 600m north east of South Woods (7.9 km), Round barrow 650m east of South Woods (8.1 km).

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