Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo bowl barrows and a henge 600m east of Mill Hill Farm

Two bowl barrows and a henge 600m east of Mill Hill Farm

England
List entry 1012148
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two bowl barrows and a henge 600m east of Mill Hill Farm is a prehistoric ceremonial and burial complex located in Northamptonshire. The monument comprises two Bronze Age bowl barrows and an associated henge monument, representing the ritual and funerary practices of the early to middle Bronze Age period. The henge structure, a circular earthwork defined by a bank and ditch, would have served as a sacred or gathering place, whilst the bowl barrows functioned as burial mounds for prominent individuals or family groups. Together, these monuments illustrate the landscape management and ceremonial focus of Bronze Age communities in the East Midlands region.

Two bowl barrows and a henge 600m east of Mill Hill Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012148. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Two bowl barrows and a henge 600m east of Mill Hill Farm?

Two bowl barrows and a henge 600m east of Mill Hill Farm is a prehistoric ceremonial and burial complex located in Northamptonshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012148.

Who is responsible for protecting Two bowl barrows and a henge 600m east of Mill Hill Farm?

Two bowl barrows and a henge 600m east of Mill Hill 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 1012148.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two bowl barrows and a henge 600m east of Mill Hill Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval settlement at Haselbech (2.7 km), Medieval settlement at Nobold, 440m east of Lowe Farm (3 km), Clipston medieval settlement (3.3 km).

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