Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThree round barrows 500yds (460m) W of Polkerth

Three round barrows 500yds (460m) W of Polkerth

England
List entry 1004326
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Three round barrows 500 yards west of Polkerth is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Cornwall. The site comprises three circular earthen mounds typical of funerary structures from the Bronze Age period, when such barrows served as communal or individual burial places for prominent members of society. The barrows' survival in the landscape reflects the archaeological importance of Cornwall's Bronze Age burial record, which provides evidence of settlement patterns and social organisation during the second and early first millennia before Christ. The monument's official listing recognises its significance as part of the broader distribution of Bronze Age ceremonial and funerary sites across the Cornish countryside.

Three round barrows 500yds (460m) W of Polkerth is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004326. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Three round barrows 500yds (460m) W of Polkerth?

Three round barrows 500 yards west of Polkerth is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004326.

Who is responsible for protecting Three round barrows 500yds (460m) W of Polkerth?

Three round barrows 500yds (460m) W of Polkerth 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 1004326.

What other scheduled monuments are near Three round barrows 500yds (460m) W of Polkerth?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Promontory fort at Lankidden (5.8 km), Round barrow 500yds (460m) WNW of St Rumon's Church (6.3 km), Bowl barrow 470m north of Ruan Pool (6.6 km).

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