Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo round barrows 200m south of Belmanbank Gate

Two round barrows 200m south of Belmanbank Gate

England
List entry 1015391
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Two round barrows 200m south of Belmanbank Gate is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Yorkshire, England. The site consists of two earthwork mounds characteristic of the Bronze Age period, when such barrows served as ceremonial burial structures for individuals of probable social standing. Round barrows of this type are widely distributed across the Yorkshire landscape and represent an important class of prehistoric ritual and funerary monument. The survival of these earthworks provides evidence of Bronze Age settlement patterns and funerary practices in the region.

Two round barrows 200m south of Belmanbank Gate is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015391. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Two round barrows 200m south of Belmanbank Gate?

Two round barrows 200m south of Belmanbank Gate is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015391.

Who is responsible for protecting Two round barrows 200m south of Belmanbank Gate?

Two round barrows 200m south of Belmanbank Gate 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 1015391.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two round barrows 200m south of Belmanbank Gate?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Baysdale Abbey Bridge, 460m east of Baysdale Farm (7 km), Round barrow 550m west of Baysdale Farm (7.1 km), Cross dyke 850m WSW of Baysdale Farm (7.4 km).

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