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Barrow

Barrow, ditch barrow

What is recorded here

In pasture, on top of low rise. Good views across estate to W-N-E. Circular area (dims. 5.8m N-S; 5.4m E-W) defined by very shallow fosse (Wth 2.5m; D 0.1m). Interior generally level in centre and falling gently to fosse around its perimeter. Interior and exterior ground level same. Identified on an aerial photograph (252/2). Compiled by: Jean Farrelly Date of upload: 26 August 2011
A ditch barrow, likely dating to the Early Bronze Age. Its circular fosse and central mound suggest a funerary function, typical of burial monuments from this period in the British Isles.

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