Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThree round barrows E of Grenna Ball

Three round barrows E of Grenna Ball

England
List entry 1002547
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Three round barrows east of Grenna Ball is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Devon. The site consists of three distinct burial mounds characteristic of the Early to Middle Bronze Age period, representing an important example of prehistoric mortuary practice in the region. Round barrows of this type typically contained inhumation or cremation burials, often accompanied by grave goods that reflected the status and beliefs of Bronze Age communities. The monument survives as earthwork features and contributes to the archaeological understanding of Bronze Age settlement and ritual activity patterns in Devon.

Three round barrows E of Grenna Ball is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002547. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Three round barrows E of Grenna Ball?

Three round barrows east of Grenna Ball is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002547.

Who is responsible for protecting Three round barrows E of Grenna Ball?

Three round barrows E of Grenna Ball 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 1002547.

What other scheduled monuments are near Three round barrows E of Grenna Ball?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Remains of Longstone Manor House, Wind Strew and associated features (9.5 km), Cist south east of Roughtor Plantation (9.6 km), Warren at Sheeps Tor, 520m north of Chubstone Cottage (9.7 km).

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