Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo bowl barrows 560m east of Emily's Wood

Two bowl barrows 560m east of Emily's Wood

England
List entry 1015263
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two bowl barrows 560m east of Emily's Wood is a Neolithic or Bronze Age funerary monument located in Norfolk, England. Bowl barrows of this type are among the most common forms of prehistoric burial mound, typically consisting of a raised earthwork covering a central grave or cremation pit. The barrows at this location represent the funerary practices of early prehistoric communities in East Anglia, though the specific date of their construction and any associated finds remain subjects of archaeological record. These monuments survive as important examples of Norfolk's Neolithic and Bronze Age heritage, contributing to understanding of prehistoric settlement and ritual activity in the region.

Two bowl barrows 560m east of Emily's Wood is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015263. View the official record →

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What is Two bowl barrows 560m east of Emily's Wood?

Two bowl barrows 560m east of Emily's Wood is a Neolithic or Bronze Age funerary monument located in Norfolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015263.

Who is responsible for protecting Two bowl barrows 560m east of Emily's Wood?

Two bowl barrows 560m east of Emily's Wood 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 1015263.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two bowl barrows 560m east of Emily's Wood?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Downham High Warren (5.5 km), Santon Downham Warren (5.5 km), Bell barrow known as White Hill (6 km).

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