Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo round barrows south of Ferny Knap Inclosure

Two round barrows south of Ferny Knap Inclosure

England
List entry 1010072
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Two round barrows south of Ferny Knap Inclosure is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Hampshire, England. The site comprises two distinct earthwork mounds characteristic of funerary practice during the Bronze Age period, when such barrows served as prominent markers for elite or important individuals within their communities. The barrows' survival in the landscape south of Ferny Knap Inclosure demonstrates the persistence of these prehistoric monuments despite subsequent land use and agricultural activity in the region. The site contributes to the broader archaeological understanding of Bronze Age settlement patterns and burial practices in southern England.

Two round barrows south of Ferny Knap Inclosure is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010072. View the official record →

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What is Two round barrows south of Ferny Knap Inclosure?

Two round barrows south of Ferny Knap Inclosure is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Hampshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010072.

Who is responsible for protecting Two round barrows south of Ferny Knap Inclosure?

Two round barrows south of Ferny Knap Inclosure 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 1010072.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two round barrows south of Ferny Knap Inclosure?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow on Wilverley Plain (1.9 km), Bowl barrow 800m west of Marlpit Oak (4.1 km), Two fancy barrows on Setley Plain (5.2 km).

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