Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo platform cairns centred 485m SW of Colquite Farm

Two platform cairns centred 485m SW of Colquite Farm

England
List entry 1011711
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two platform cairns centred 485 metres south-west of Colquite Farm is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Cornwall. The site comprises two distinct cairn structures built upon artificial platforms, a construction method characteristic of Bronze Age burial practices in the south-west peninsula. Platform cairns of this type typically date to the second millennium before the present and represent a significant phase of ceremonial monument building across Cornish upland landscapes. The monument's survival and scheduling reflect its archaeological importance as evidence of prehistoric settlement patterns and funerary ritual in the region.

Two platform cairns centred 485m SW of Colquite Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011711. View the official record →

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What is Two platform cairns centred 485m SW of Colquite Farm?

Two platform cairns centred 485 metres south-west of Colquite Farm is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011711.

Who is responsible for protecting Two platform cairns centred 485m SW of Colquite Farm?

Two platform cairns centred 485m SW of Colquite 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 1011711.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two platform cairns centred 485m SW of Colquite Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Animal pound called Crowpound (6 km), Two early Christian memorial stones 195m north of Welltown (6.1 km), Motte and bailey castle called Cardinham Castle (6.3 km).

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