Round Barrow Collection

Crop marks 33952_009
Two probable Bronze Age round barrows and an incomplete rectilinear enclosure showing as crop marks on Andersey Island, Abingdon on Thames, Oxfordshire, 2020

Ladle Hill hillfort 33408_008
Unfinished Early Iron Age univallate hillfort earthwork situated on Ladle Hill, Hampshire, 2017

Ladle Hill hillfort 33408_001
Unfinished Early Iron Age univallate hillfort earthwork situated on Ladle Hill, Hampshire, 2017

Ladle Hill hillfort 33408_002
Unfinished Early Iron Age univallate hillfort earthwork situated on Ladle Hill, Hampshire, 2017

Barrow cemeteries 33078_030
Ashen Hill barrow cemetery and Priddy Nine Barrows Cemetery, Somerset, 2016

Priddy Nine Barrows 33078_027
Priddy Nine Barrows Cemetery, Somerset, 2016

Barrow cemetery 33078_014
Ashen Hill barrow cemetery, Somerset, 2016

Siddington excavation 29616_038
Siddington, Gloucestershire, 2015. Soilmark of a possible Bronze Age round barrow previously seen as a cropmark, the site has been stripped

Mount Pleasant 29551_013
Mount Pleasant, near Dorchester, Dorset, 2015. A henge enclosure crop mark, with associated round barrow earthwork, known as the Conquer Barrow, and nearby round barrows also showing as crop marks

Mount Pleasant 29551_016
Mount Pleasant, near Dorchester, Dorset, 2015. A henge enclosure crop mark, with associated round barrow earthwork, known as the Conquer Barrow

Mount Pleasant 29551_014
Mount Pleasant, near Dorchester, Dorset, 2015. A henge enclosure crop mark, with associated round barrow earthwork, known as the Conquer Barrow, and nearby round barrows also showing as crop marks

Winterborne Monkton barrow cemetery 29548_003
Winterborne Monkton, near Dorchester, Dorset, 2015. A round barrow cemetery crop mark immediately south east of Maiden Castle

Soilmark barrow 29345_035
West Overton, Wiltshire. A round barrow showing as a soilmark in a freshly ploughed field, 2015

Pocklington excavations 28706_022
Barmby Lane, Pocklington, East Riding of Yorkshire. The excavation of an extensive barrow cemetery prior to construction of housing, May 2015. SE8048

Bole Hill 28658_052
Bowl barrow and lead mining, Bole Hill, Derbyshire, 2015. SK1075

Aerial image of Normanton Down Barrows in snow, consisting of a Neolithic long barrow and Bronze Age round barrows, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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"Unearthing History: Exploring the Enigmatic Round Barrows" Step into the realm of ancient mysteries as we delve into the captivating world of round barrows. These enigmatic burial mounds, captured through crop marks in images like 33952_009, hold secrets waiting to be unraveled. Ladle Hill hillfort, depicted in images 33408_008, 33408_001, and 33408_002, stands tall as a testament to human ingenuity and strategic planning. This impressive structure not only served as a defensive stronghold but also housed intriguing round barrow cemeteries (33078_030) nearby. Venturing further into history's embrace leads us to Priddy Nine Barrows (33078_027), where an array of barrow cemeteries awaits exploration. Each mound tells a unique story of lives lived long ago and rituals performed with reverence. The Siddington excavation site (29616_038) offers glimpses into ancient customs and traditions associated with these sacred structures. Archaeologists meticulously uncover artifacts that shed light on the beliefs and practices surrounding round barrows. Mount Pleasant beckons with its own tales etched upon the landscape in images such as 29551_013, 29551_016, and 29551_014. Here lies another fascinating chapter in our quest for understanding these mysterious burial sites. Winterborne Monkton barrow cemetery (29548-003) invites us to ponder over the significance attached to each carefully crafted mound. As we stand amidst this serene setting, we can't help but marvel at how these monuments have endured through time. Crop marks reveal more than just mere outlines; they offer a gateway into forgotten worlds where ancestors found their eternal rest within these circular tombs. The allure of round barrows persists even today – their presence evoking curiosity and fascination among those who seek connection with our ancient past.