Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThree round barrows on Laxton Common

Three round barrows on Laxton Common

England
List entry 1003478
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Three round barrows on Laxton Common is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Nottinghamshire. The barrows are earthen mounds constructed during the Bronze Age period, representing a significant form of ritual burial practice in prehistoric Britain. Such monuments are typically associated with the interment of high-status individuals and often contained cremated or inhumed remains, sometimes accompanied by grave goods. The survival of three barrows at this location provides evidence of Bronze Age settlement patterns and funerary practices in the East Midlands region.

Three round barrows on Laxton Common is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003478. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Three round barrows on Laxton Common?

Three round barrows on Laxton Common is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Nottinghamshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003478.

Who is responsible for protecting Three round barrows on Laxton Common?

Three round barrows on Laxton Common 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 1003478.

What other scheduled monuments are near Three round barrows on Laxton Common?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Jordan Castle: ringwork, possible enclosures, pond and ridge and furrow (2 km), Motte and bailey castle and associated medieval and post-medieval manorial remains, including six fishponds (2.1 km), Fishponds 220m south west of St Michael's Church (2.4 km).

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