Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo round barrows SW of Bostal Bottom

Two round barrows SW of Bostal Bottom

England
List entry 1002270
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two round barrows SW of Bostal Bottom is a pair of Bronze Age burial monuments located in Sussex, England. Round barrows of this period typically served as burial mounds for individuals of status within their communities, and their presence indicates sustained settlement and ceremonial activity in the area during the Bronze Age. The barrows survive as earthwork features in the landscape, preserving evidence of prehistoric funerary practices and territorial organization. These monuments form part of a wider distribution of Bronze Age burial sites across the Sussex Weald and South Downs, contributing to understanding of settlement patterns and social structures in prehistoric southern England.

Two round barrows SW of Bostal Bottom is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002270. View the official record →

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What is Two round barrows SW of Bostal Bottom?

Two round barrows SW of Bostal Bottom is a pair of Bronze Age burial monuments located in Sussex, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002270.

Who is responsible for protecting Two round barrows SW of Bostal Bottom?

Two round barrows SW of Bostal Bottom 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 1002270.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two round barrows SW of Bostal Bottom?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval crypt, Church Street (5.4 km), Newhaven military fort and lunette battery (5.6 km), Oval barrow 200m north east of Exceat Park Centre (5.7 km).

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