Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo round barrows in Grevitts Copse

Two round barrows in Grevitts Copse

England
List entry 1009474
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two round barrows in Grevitts Copse is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Sussex, England. The site consists of two earthen mounds characteristic of the funerary practices of the Bronze Age, a period during which such barrows served as prominent markers of burial sites across southern England. These barrows, situated within a woodland context, represent important evidence of prehistoric settlement and ritual activity in the Sussex landscape. The monument is recorded on the National Heritage List for England as a designated archaeological site of national importance.

Two round barrows in Grevitts Copse is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009474. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Two round barrows in Grevitts Copse?

Two round barrows in Grevitts Copse is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Sussex, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009474.

Who is responsible for protecting Two round barrows in Grevitts Copse?

Two round barrows in Grevitts Copse 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 1009474.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two round barrows in Grevitts Copse?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Chichester Dyke, earthwork extending 300yds (270m) W of Densworth House (7.5 km), A Romano-Celtic temple, Iron Age shrine and associated remains 250m north west of Ratham Mill (7.5 km), Devil's Ditch, section extending 200yds (180m) E from Chapel Lane (7.5 km).

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