Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo bowl barrows 290m north of Upper House Farm

Two bowl barrows 290m north of Upper House Farm

England
List entry 1016666
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two bowl barrows 290m north of Upper House Farm is a Neolithic or Early Bronze Age monument located in Shropshire. Bowl barrows are among the most common forms of prehistoric burial mound, typically consisting of a central burial chamber or grave beneath an earthen mound with a simple, rounded profile. This particular example comprises two separate barrows, indicating multiple burials or ritual interments at the site, characteristic of burial practices during the later Neolithic period through to the Bronze Age. The monument remains a significant record of funerary practices and settlement patterns in prehistoric Shropshire.

Two bowl barrows 290m north of Upper House Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016666. View the official record →

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What is Two bowl barrows 290m north of Upper House Farm?

Two bowl barrows 290m north of Upper House Farm is a Neolithic or Early Bronze Age monument located in Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016666.

Who is responsible for protecting Two bowl barrows 290m north of Upper House Farm?

Two bowl barrows 290m north of Upper House 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 1016666.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two bowl barrows 290m north of Upper House Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Motte and bailey castle 80m south east of Hockleton Farm (7.5 km), Roman Gravels lead mine (7.8 km), Engine house at Ladywell lead mine, 850m north west of Shelve Farm (8.2 km).

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