Monument record 1541 - Mound near the farmhouse towards Leather's Smithy
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Summary
A possible round barrow. Reported by Sainter in his 19th century "Scientific Rambles around Macclesfield"as a large conical mound, near the farmhouse towards Leather's Smithy. Recent survey suggests that this is a large natural mound, or it may be spoil heap associated with the construction of nearby reservoirs.
Round barrows are a type of burial mound, particularly used in the Bronze Age. Mounds of earth and stone were placed over a burial or cremation. A single barrow could be re-used for several later burials.
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Type and Period (3)
Full Description
A possible round barrow. Reported by Sainter as a large conical mound, near the farmhouse towards Leather's Smithy (1). OS conclude that this is a large natural mound, whose slopes flow without break, into their surroundings (2). May be natural - glacial deposit. Or possible spoil heap from nearby reservoirs (3).
<1> Sainter J D, 1878, Scientific Rambles Round Macclesfield, /23 1878 (Book). SCH2964.
<2> Ordnance Survey, 1870-1982, Ordnance Survey Archaeological Record Card, SJ97SW14/1964 (Index). SCH2487.
<3> Longley D, 1977-1978, Longley Archive, /no.128 (Paper Archive). SCH2005.
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Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (2)
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 950 714 (point) 8 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ97SE |
| Civil Parish | SUTTON, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | SUTTON DOWNES, PRESTBURY, CHESHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Jun 17 2021 10:41AM