Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo burnt mounds 350m north east of Stotley Grange

Two burnt mounds 350m north east of Stotley Grange

England
List entry 1019459
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two burnt mounds 350m north east of Stotley Grange is a prehistoric monument located in Durham, England. Burnt mounds are archaeological features typically dating from the Bronze Age, comprising accumulations of fire-cracked stone and charcoal-rich soil, interpreted as the remains of cooking or heating installations. The specific function of such monuments remains a subject of scholarly debate, with interpretations ranging from communal cooking sites to bathing places or industrial processes. The monument's designation reflects its importance as evidence of Bronze Age settlement and subsistence practices in the North East region.

Two burnt mounds 350m north east of Stotley Grange is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019459. View the official record →

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What is Two burnt mounds 350m north east of Stotley Grange?

Two burnt mounds 350m north east of Stotley Grange is a prehistoric monument located in Durham, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019459.

Who is responsible for protecting Two burnt mounds 350m north east of Stotley Grange?

Two burnt mounds 350m north east of Stotley Grange 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 1019459.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two burnt mounds 350m north east of Stotley Grange?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cup marked rock outcrop at the base of a wall 120m east of East Loups's, Cotherstone Moor (8.9 km), Cup and groove marked rock on Goldsborough Rigg, Cotherstone Moor, 920m south east of Pitcher House (9 km), Cup and ring marked rock on Goldsborough Rigg, Cotherstone Moor, 870m south south east of Pitcher House (9 km).

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