Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo bowl barrows 625m south of Greystone Farm

Two bowl barrows 625m south of Greystone Farm

England
List entry 1005465
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two bowl barrows 625m south of Greystone Farm is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Cornwall, England. Bowl barrows are among the most common burial monuments of the Bronze Age, typically consisting of a circular earthen mound raised over a central cremation or inhumation. This example represents the funerary practices of Bronze Age communities in southwest England, reflecting their religious beliefs and social organization. The monument's survival to the present day, despite subsequent land use, makes it of archaeological significance for understanding prehistoric settlement and burial patterns in the region.

Two bowl barrows 625m south of Greystone Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005465. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Two bowl barrows 625m south of Greystone Farm?

Two bowl barrows 625m south of Greystone Farm is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005465.

Who is responsible for protecting Two bowl barrows 625m south of Greystone Farm?

Two bowl barrows 625m south of Greystone 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 1005465.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two bowl barrows 625m south of Greystone Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Leskernick south stone circle (9.4 km), The Louden Stone Circle, 950m ENE of Camperdown Farm (9.5 km), Stannon Stone Circle, prehistoric field system, hut circle settlement, cairns, cist, linear boundaries and medieval building north of Dinnever Hill (9.5 km).

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