What is recorded here
A 'prehistoric burial' containing skeletal remains and a decorated urn was discovered in 1897 on 'Mr. Sutton's farm near Newcastle' (JRSAI 1897 (Vol. 27), 189-90).
Compiled by: Claire Breen
Date of upload: 07 February 2013
Cist burial, likely dating to the Neolithic or Early Bronze Age. Its significance lies in the presence of a decorated urn, indicating ritual or ceremonial burial practices in the prehistoric period.
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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