Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo round barrows 700yds (640m) NNE of Penhallick Farm

Two round barrows 700yds (640m) NNE of Penhallick Farm

England
List entry 1004324
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two round barrows 700 yards north-north-east of Penhallick Farm is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Cornwall, England. The site comprises two distinct barrows, which represent funerary structures characteristic of the Bronze Age period, likely dating to between approximately 2200 and 800 BC. Round barrows of this type served as burial mounds for individuals of probable social importance within their communities, often containing inhumations or cremations accompanied by grave goods. The monument's designation within the National Heritage List for England reflects its archaeological significance as evidence of prehistoric settlement patterns and funerary practices in the Cornish landscape.

Two round barrows 700yds (640m) NNE of Penhallick Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004324. View the official record →

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What is Two round barrows 700yds (640m) NNE of Penhallick Farm?

Two round barrows 700 yards north-north-east of Penhallick Farm is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004324.

Who is responsible for protecting Two round barrows 700yds (640m) NNE of Penhallick Farm?

Two round barrows 700yds (640m) NNE of Penhallick 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 1004324.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two round barrows 700yds (640m) NNE of Penhallick Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 85m north west of Arrowan Vean (2 km), Promontory fort at Chynalls Point (2.3 km), Bowl barrow 165m ESE of The Barrow (2.5 km).

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