Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo bowl barrows 690m and 790m north of The Manor Farm

Two bowl barrows 690m and 790m north of The Manor Farm

England
List entry 1017337
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England
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Overview

History & significance

These two bowl barrows, located approximately 690 metres and 790 metres north of The Manor Farm near Gloucestershire, are Bronze Age burial monuments of the type commonly found across the English landscape. Bowl barrows represent one of the most prevalent funerary structures of the Bronze Age, characterised by their simple earthen mounds raised over cremated or inhumed remains. The pair's positioning in the Gloucestershire landscape reflects the settlement and burial patterns of Bronze Age communities in the region. Their survival and official designation indicate their archaeological significance as markers of prehistoric land use and ritual practice.

Two bowl barrows 690m and 790m north of The Manor Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017337. View the official record →

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What is Two bowl barrows 690m and 790m north of The Manor Farm?

These two bowl barrows, located approximately 690 metres and 790 metres north of The Manor Farm near Gloucestershire, are Bronze Age burial monuments of the type commonly found across the English landscape. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017337.

Who is responsible for protecting Two bowl barrows 690m and 790m north of The Manor Farm?

Two bowl barrows 690m and 790m north of The Manor 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 1017337.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two bowl barrows 690m and 790m north of The Manor Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Beverston Castle barn (2.3 km), Tetbury camp (3.8 km), Two bowl barrows 100m north east of Bowldown Wood (4.8 km).

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