Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWetton Low bowl barrow

Wetton Low bowl barrow

England
List entry 1010125
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Wetton Low bowl barrow is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Staffordshire. The monument consists of a substantial earthwork of circular form, typical of the barrow burial tradition that flourished during the Bronze Age across the British landscape. Bowl barrows of this type were constructed as funerary monuments to cover and contain burials, often accompanied by grave goods reflecting the status and beliefs of their period. The site represents an important example of prehistoric burial practice in the Peak District region.

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 bowl barrow is a Bronze Age burial mound located 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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