Normanton Down Barrows, Bronze Age barrow cemetery near Stonehenge, England
Normanton Down Barrows is a cemetery containing a Neolithic long barrow and over 40 round burial mounds positioned along a low ridge south of Stonehenge. The site includes various sizes and shapes of mounds that reflect different periods of Bronze Age activity.
The site began as a Neolithic burial place and continued to be used throughout the Bronze Age, showing long-term occupation. Archaeological investigation since the early 1800s has revealed the scale and importance of this cemetery.
The burial mounds reflect social divisions visible through the objects placed with the dead, showing this served as a cemetery for important members of prehistoric communities.
The mounds are visible from the surrounding landscape south of Stonehenge and are mostly accessible by walking across open fields. Some areas may be restricted for research purposes, so it is worth checking locally before planning a visit.
Bush Barrow, the largest mound at the site, held skeletons with gold items and bronze weapons that offer rare glimpses into the wealth of prehistoric leaders. These discoveries rank among the most valuable finds from the cemetery.
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