Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo barrows at Bridgewater Monument

Two barrows at Bridgewater Monument

England
List entry 1012406
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two barrows at Bridgewater Monument is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Hertfordshire. The site comprises two burial mounds which represent evidence of prehistoric ritual and burial practice in the region during the Bronze Age period. Such barrow complexes are characteristic of the second millennium BC and reflect the social status and ceremonial practices of Bronze Age communities. The monument's survival and official designation indicate its archaeological importance for understanding prehistoric settlement patterns and funerary customs in Hertfordshire.

Two barrows at Bridgewater Monument is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012406. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Two barrows at Bridgewater Monument?

Two barrows at Bridgewater Monument is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Hertfordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012406.

Who is responsible for protecting Two barrows at Bridgewater Monument?

Two barrows at Bridgewater Monument 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 1012406.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two barrows at Bridgewater Monument?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hertfordshire Grim's Ditch: 230m long section in Hamberlins Wood (4.4 km), Hertfordshire Grim's Ditch: 210m long section immediately north west of Woodcock Hill (5 km), Site of Roman building, N of Berkhamsted Castle (5 km).

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