Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThree round barrows on Laxton Common

Three round barrows on Laxton Common

England
List entry 1003478
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Three round barrows on Laxton Common is a Bronze Age funerary monument complex located in Nottinghamshire. The barrows represent typical burial practice of the Bronze Age period, when such earthen mounds were constructed to mark the graves of notable individuals within their communities. The three barrows survive as earthworks on Laxton Common, constituting an important archaeological record of prehistoric settlement and burial practices in the East Midlands. The site is scheduled as an ancient monument, recognising its archaeological significance and the evidence it preserves for understanding Bronze Age society in the 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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What is Three round barrows on Laxton Common?

Three round barrows on Laxton Common is a Bronze Age funerary monument complex 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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