Monument record 621 - Possible Bronze Age barrow
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Summary
A possible barrow is recorded at this site thought there is now no trace of it. 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 (2)
Full Description
A possible barrow. 'A third barrow of an equal size, formerly existed about a quarter of a mile to the east' of the 2 on either side of High Field Lane, Winwick (RN:571/1+2) (1). No trace of this barrow which may be the same as RN:572/1/1 (2).
<1> British Archaeological Association, 1847-present, Journal of the British Archaeological Association, 16/295 Kendrick J & Syer Cuming H 1860 (Journal/Periodical). SCH1578.
<2> Ordnance Survey, 1870-1982, Ordnance Survey Archaeological Record Card, SJ69SW18/1959 (Index). SCH2487.
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Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (1)
External Links (0)
Location
| Grid reference | SJ 610 930 (point) 4 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ69SW |
| Civil Parish | CROFT, WARRINGTON |
| Civil Parish | WINWICK, WARRINGTON |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | HOUGHTON, MIDDLETON AND ARBURY, WINWICK, LANCASHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Mar 28 2025 11:40AM