Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWetton Low bowl barrow

Wetton Low bowl barrow

England
List entry 1010125
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Wetton Low is a Bronze Age bowl barrow situated in Staffordshire. The monument consists of a circular mound of earth and stone typical of burial mounds constructed during the Bronze Age, when such structures served as communal or individual sepulchral monuments across the British landscape. The barrow represents the funerary practices of prehistoric communities in the Peak District region, reflecting the importance placed upon monumental burial rites during this period. As a scheduled ancient monument, Wetton Low retains archaeological significance for understanding Bronze Age settlement patterns and mortuary customs in the Midlands.

Wetton Low bowl barrow is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010125. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wetton Low bowl barrow?

Wetton Low is a Bronze Age bowl barrow situated in Staffordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010125.

Who is responsible for protecting Wetton Low bowl barrow?

Wetton Low bowl barrow 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 1010125.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wetton Low bowl barrow?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow on Weaver Hills 680m south of Walk Farm (8.4 km), Over Low bowl barrow (8.5 km), Bowl barrow on Weaver Hills 730m south of Walk Farm (8.5 km).

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