Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo round barrows 820m north east of Dalton Gates Farm

Two round barrows 820m north east of Dalton Gates Farm

England
List entry 1011912
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Overview

History & significance

Two round barrows 820m north east of Dalton Gates Farm is a Neolithic or Bronze Age ceremonial monument located in Yorkshire, England. The site consists of two earthen mounds constructed as burial monuments, typical of funerary practice during the prehistoric period when such structures served as focal points for ritual activity and the interment of the deceased. Round barrows of this type are among the most visible surviving remains of Bronze Age settlement patterns across northern England, and their preservation contributes to understanding prehistoric social organisation and religious beliefs. The monument is recorded as a scheduled ancient monument under the National Heritage List for England, reflecting its archaeological significance and protected status.

Two round barrows 820m north east of Dalton Gates Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011912. View the official record →

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What is Two round barrows 820m north east of Dalton Gates Farm?

Two round barrows 820m north east of Dalton Gates Farm is a Neolithic or Bronze Age ceremonial monument located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011912.

Who is responsible for protecting Two round barrows 820m north east of Dalton Gates Farm?

Two round barrows 820m north east of Dalton Gates 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 1011912.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two round barrows 820m north east of Dalton Gates Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 700m south west of Enthorpe House (5.6 km), Twelve bowl barrows 800m north of Goodmanham Wold Farm (5.8 km), Round barrow 730m NNW of Goodmanham Wold Farm (5.9 km).

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