Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo round barrows on Pedngwinian Head

Two round barrows on Pedngwinian Head

England
List entry 1004264
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two round barrows on Pedngwinian Head is a Neolithic or Bronze Age funerary monument located on the Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall. The site comprises two burial mounds characteristic of the prehistoric period, when such earthworks served as communal or individual sepulchres for the dead. The barrows' location on elevated coastal terrain suggests their visibility and significance within the Bronze Age landscape of the region. These monuments form part of the wider prehistoric funerary complex of the Lizard area and remain important evidence of early settlement and ritual practices in Cornwall.

Two round barrows on Pedngwinian Head is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004264. View the official record →

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What is Two round barrows on Pedngwinian Head?

Two round barrows on Pedngwinian Head is a Neolithic or Bronze Age funerary monument located on the Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004264.

Who is responsible for protecting Two round barrows on Pedngwinian Head?

Two round barrows on Pedngwinian Head 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 1004264.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two round barrows on Pedngwinian Head?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 280m NNW of Southernwood (4.2 km), Wayside cross 240m north west of Higher Predannack Farm (4.4 km), Bowl barrow 470m north of Ruan Pool (6.4 km).

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