Scheduled MonumentsScotland18th century military road, ESE of Inveroran Hotel
Ese of inveroran hotel

18th century military road, ESE of Inveroran Hotel

Scotland
HES SM2858
Site type
Ese of inveroran hotel
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

The military road east-south-east of Inveroran Hotel is an 18th century route that formed part of the strategic road network constructed by the British Army following the Jacobite risings. The road was built to facilitate military movement and control throughout the Scottish Highlands, linking garrison towns and enabling rapid troop deployment across previously difficult terrain. The surviving section exhibits the characteristic construction methods of Wade's roads and their successors, with a distinctive raised profile and drainage features designed to withstand Highland weather conditions. This road represents an important phase in the military infrastructure that transformed communications in Argyllshire during the post-1746 period.

18th century military road, ESE of Inveroran Hotel is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM2858. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is 18th century military road, ESE of Inveroran Hotel?

The military road east-south-east of Inveroran Hotel is an 18th century route that formed part of the strategic road network constructed by the British Army following the Jacobite risings. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM2858.

Who is responsible for protecting 18th century military road, ESE of Inveroran Hotel?

18th century military road, ESE of Inveroran Hotel is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic Environment Scotland — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Scotland. The official designation reference is SM2858.

What other scheduled monuments are near 18th century military road, ESE of Inveroran Hotel?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Druimliart,deserted settlement & field system (2 km), Ba Bridge-Forest Lodge,military road (3.7 km), Achallader Castle & burial ground (5 km).

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