Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo round barrows 60m south east of the Adder Stone

Two round barrows 60m south east of the Adder Stone

England
List entry 1020430
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two round barrows 60m south east of the Adder Stone is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Yorkshire, England. The barrows are situated in close proximity to the Adder Stone, forming part of a broader landscape of prehistoric burial activity in the region. These earthworks are characteristic of the Bronze Age period, when round barrows served as burial mounds for individuals of status within contemporary communities. The monument's survival and documented location underscore the archaeological significance of the area as a focus of Bronze Age mortuary practice.

Two round barrows 60m south east of the Adder Stone is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020430. View the official record →

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What is Two round barrows 60m south east of the Adder Stone?

Two round barrows 60m south east of the Adder Stone is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020430.

Who is responsible for protecting Two round barrows 60m south east of the Adder Stone?

Two round barrows 60m south east of the Adder Stone 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 1020430.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two round barrows 60m south east of the Adder Stone?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 570m south east of Warren House (5.7 km), Long barrow 530m north of Keeper's Cottage (5.7 km), Round barrow 470m north of Keeper's Cottage (5.8 km).

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