Turret Tump

England
List entry 1007315
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Turret Tump is a prehistoric earthwork located in Herefordshire, England. The monument comprises a substantial circular mound that represents a Bronze Age barrow or tumulus, belonging to the second millennium before the Common Era. The earthwork survives as a distinctive raised feature in the landscape, though it has been subject to the weathering and modifications typical of monuments of considerable age. Its archaeological significance lies in its contribution to understanding Bronze Age burial practices and settlement patterns in the Welsh Marches region.

Turret Tump is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007315. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Turret Tump?

Turret Tump is a prehistoric earthwork located in Herefordshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007315.

Who is responsible for protecting Turret Tump?

Turret Tump 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 1007315.

What other scheduled monuments are near Turret Tump?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Lower House Moated Site (7.9 km), Castle Kinsey (7.9 km), Gaer (8.8 km).

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