Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo round barrows on Heydon Hill

Two round barrows on Heydon Hill

England
List entry 1006143
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two round barrows on Heydon Hill is a prehistoric burial monument located in Somerset, England. The barrows date to the Bronze Age and represent a significant example of burial practice during this period, when such earthen mounds were commonly constructed to inter high-status individuals or family groups. The two mounds remain visible as earthwork features on the landscape, forming part of the broader pattern of Bronze Age ceremonial and funerary activity across the Somerset region. Such barrow groups demonstrate the importance of particular hilltop locations in prehistoric settlement and ritual behaviour.

Two round barrows on Heydon Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006143. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Two round barrows on Heydon Hill?

Two round barrows on Heydon Hill is a prehistoric burial monument located in Somerset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006143.

Who is responsible for protecting Two round barrows on Heydon Hill?

Two round barrows on Heydon Hill 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 1006143.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two round barrows on Heydon Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Entrenchment on Heydon Hill (0.3 km), Clatworthy hillfort (3.6 km), The Castles (4.1 km).

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