Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo bowl barrows 740m south west of Southdown Farm

Two bowl barrows 740m south west of Southdown Farm

England
List entry 1017038
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two bowl barrows 740m south west of Southdown Farm is a Neolithic or Early Bronze Age funerary monument located in Gloucestershire. Bowl barrows of this type are among the most common prehistoric burial structures in Britain, typically consisting of a central grave surrounded by an earthen mound. These particular examples represent the burial practices of communities during the period roughly between 3000 and 1500 BCE, when such monuments served as enduring markers of social status and territorial affiliation. The preservation of two barrows in close proximity suggests either contemporary use by related communities or sequential interment practices at a significant burial location.

Two bowl barrows 740m south west of Southdown Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017038. View the official record →

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What is Two bowl barrows 740m south west of Southdown Farm?

Two bowl barrows 740m south west of Southdown Farm is a Neolithic or Early Bronze Age funerary monument located in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017038.

Who is responsible for protecting Two bowl barrows 740m south west of Southdown Farm?

Two bowl barrows 740m south west of Southdown 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 1017038.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two bowl barrows 740m south west of Southdown Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Barrow Hill long barrow and round barrow (6.6 km), Romano-British villa at Withington, Romano-British building at Manor Court Field and associated features (7.3 km), Churchyard cross in St George's churchyard (7.5 km).

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