Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWood Leys round barrow

Wood Leys round barrow

England
List entry 1004060
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Wood Leys round barrow is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Yorkshire, England. The monument consists of an earthen mound typical of round barrows constructed during the Bronze Age period, when such monuments served as burial places for high-status individuals. The barrow's preservation and recorded location have made it an important archaeological resource for understanding burial practices and settlement patterns in Bronze Age Yorkshire. Like many round barrows across northern England, it represents evidence of the funerary traditions and social organisation of prehistoric communities in the region.

Wood Leys round barrow is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004060. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wood Leys round barrow?

Wood Leys round barrow is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004060.

Who is responsible for protecting Wood Leys round barrow?

Wood Leys round 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 1004060.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wood Leys round barrow?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 400m north-west of Cobdale Farm (7.4 km), Round barrow 360m south-west of High Barn Farm (7.6 km), Round barrow 380m south-west of High Barn Farm (7.6 km).

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