Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo disc barrows 700m north-west of Heath Copse

Two disc barrows 700m north-west of Heath Copse

England
List entry 1012279
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two disc barrows 700m north-west of Heath Copse is a Neolithic or Bronze Age funerary monument located in Wiltshire. Disc barrows are characterised by a central burial mound surrounded by a ditch and outer bank, a distinctive form that typically dates to the Bronze Age, though some examples may have earlier origins. The monument comprises two such structures in close proximity, suggesting a localised burial ground serving a particular community or family group. The site's survival and formal designation reflect its archaeological importance as evidence of prehistoric mortuary practice and territorial organisation in the Wiltshire landscape.

Two disc barrows 700m north-west of Heath Copse is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012279. View the official record →

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What is Two disc barrows 700m north-west of Heath Copse?

Two disc barrows 700m north-west of Heath Copse is a Neolithic or Bronze Age funerary monument located in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012279.

Who is responsible for protecting Two disc barrows 700m north-west of Heath Copse?

Two disc barrows 700m north-west of Heath Copse 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 1012279.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two disc barrows 700m north-west of Heath Copse?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 345m east of Old Rectory (9.9 km), Bowl barrow: one of four round barrows on Hare Warren (10.6 km), Bowl barrow: one of four round barrows on Hare Warren (10.6 km).

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