What is recorded here
In pasture, on lower area of SW-facing slope, overlooking pond to WNW. Identified during field inspection (31/01/2007). Circular area (diam. 3.0m) defined by internal fosse (Wth 3.5m; D 0.15m). External bank (int. H 0.1m; ext. H 0.35m; Wth at top 4.75m; overall Wth 1.0m). Linear feature (L 23m) with slight curvature extends from NE toward enclosure (TS069-024001-) to NE.
Compiled by: Jean Farrelly
Date of upload: 20 May 2014
A ring-barrow, likely dating to the Early Bronze Age, representing a type of funerary monument common in Atlantic Europe. Its construction with an internal fosse and external bank reflects typical burial practices of the period, though its specific significance remains locally unrecorded.
The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.
- What survives
- Recorded monument
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