Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTor cairn on Newel Tor, 1.5km north of Siblyback Farm

Tor cairn on Newel Tor, 1.5km north of Siblyback Farm

England
List entry 1011314
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Tor cairn on Newel Tor is a Bronze Age burial monument situated approximately 1.5 kilometres north of Siblyback Farm in Cornwall. The cairn takes the form of a mound constructed from stone, typical of funerary monuments erected during the Bronze Age across the Southwest of England. The site is recorded in the National Heritage List for England under entry 1011314, reflecting its designation as a structure of archaeological and historical importance. Such cairns served as repositories for cremated or inhumed remains and often held associated grave goods, though the specific contents and construction details of this particular example would require archaeological investigation to establish with certainty.

Tor cairn on Newel Tor, 1.5km north of Siblyback Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011314. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Tor cairn on Newel Tor, 1.5km north of Siblyback Farm?

Tor cairn on Newel Tor is a Bronze Age burial monument situated approximately 1.5 kilometres north of Siblyback Farm in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011314.

Who is responsible for protecting Tor cairn on Newel Tor, 1.5km north of Siblyback Farm?

Tor cairn on Newel Tor, 1.5km north of Siblyback Farm 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 1011314.

What other scheduled monuments are near Tor cairn on Newel Tor, 1.5km north of Siblyback Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval wayside cross at Redgate (5.6 km), Part of a medieval boundary dyke 220m east of Golitha House (5.8 km), St Cleer's Well and cross (6 km).

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