Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo round barrows E of Coopers Quarries

Two round barrows E of Coopers Quarries

England
List entry 1004158
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two round barrows E of Coopers Quarries is a prehistoric burial monument located in Yorkshire, England. The barrows date to the Bronze Age and represent a form of funerary architecture characteristic of the second and first millennia before Christ, when such earthen mounds were constructed to mark the graves of individuals of status within their communities. These round barrows, though subsequently affected by later quarrying activities in the vicinity, remain an important archaeological record of Bronze Age burial practice and settlement patterns in the region.

Two round barrows E of Coopers Quarries is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004158. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Two round barrows E of Coopers Quarries?

Two round barrows E of Coopers Quarries is a prehistoric burial monument located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004158.

Who is responsible for protecting Two round barrows E of Coopers Quarries?

Two round barrows E of Coopers Quarries 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 1004158.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two round barrows E of Coopers Quarries?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow on Goathland Moor, 240m west of Collinson Bield (8.2 km), Widow Howe: two round barrows on Widow Howe Rigg (8.3 km), Round barrow on Goathland Moor, 360m west of Collinson Bield (8.3 km).

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