Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTingle Stone long barrow

Tingle Stone long barrow

England
List entry 1008622
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Tingle Stone long barrow is a Neolithic communal burial monument situated in Gloucestershire, forming part of the broader tradition of megalithic funerary architecture that flourished in Britain during the fourth and third millennia before the present. The monument comprises a substantial earthen mound constructed over a stone burial chamber, typical of long barrow design in the Cotswolds region where such structures are particularly concentrated. Archaeological evidence indicates the site was utilised as a repository for multiple interments, reflecting its function as a focal point for collective ritual and ancestor veneration within prehistoric communities. The survival of the barrow demonstrates the enduring significance of such monuments in the ceremonial and territorial landscape of Neolithic Gloucestershire.

Tingle Stone long barrow is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008622. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Tingle Stone long barrow?

Tingle Stone long barrow is a Neolithic communal burial monument situated in Gloucestershire, forming part of the broader tradition of megalithic funerary architecture that flourished in Britain during the fourth and third millennia before the present. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008622.

Who is responsible for protecting Tingle Stone long barrow?

Tingle Stone long barrow 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 1008622.

What other scheduled monuments are near Tingle Stone long barrow?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site, associated ponds and earthworks 150m south east of Cranmore Farm (4.3 km), Bowl barrow 600m SSW of Chavenage House (4.5 km), Bowl barrow 650m SSE of Chavenage House (4.5 km).

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