What is recorded here
In a wet area in a formerly marshy field, close to the W field boundary, with a pond c. 50m to the N. A black spread (diam. c. 15m) with charcoal and heat-shattered stones was revealed during ploughing. There is no visible trace at ground level.
Compiled by: Jean Farrelly
Date of upload: 9 September 2021
Burnt mound in Wallslough is a prehistoric ritual or industrial site, likely dating to the Neolithic or Bronze Age. Its significance lies in providing evidence of heat-related activities, possibly for cooking, water heating, or ceremonial purposes.
This remains an important historical record, but the official description says the monument is no longer visible or has been destroyed. The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.
- What survives
- No visible remains or recorded as destroyed
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