Scheduled MonumentsScotlandAchnabat, hut circle 815m NNE of
Hut circle

Achnabat, hut circle 815m NNE of

Scotland
HES SM11827
Site type
Hut circle
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Achnabat, hut circle 815m NNE of, is an ancient hut circle located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. The site represents prehistoric domestic settlement activity typical of the Scottish Highlands, where such structures served as residential dwellings during the Iron Age and earlier periods. The hut circle survives as an archaeological monument consisting of the characteristic circular or subcircular stone foundation of a prehistoric house, preserving evidence of settlement patterns and building practices in the region. As a scheduled ancient monument, it contributes to the archaeological record of Highland settlement and the broader understanding of Iron Age or Bronze Age habitation in northern Scotland.

Achnabat, hut circle 815m NNE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM11827. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Achnabat, hut circle 815m NNE of?

Achnabat, hut circle 815m NNE of, is an ancient hut circle located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM11827.

Who is responsible for protecting Achnabat, hut circle 815m NNE of?

Achnabat, hut circle 815m NNE of 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 SM11827.

What other scheduled monuments are near Achnabat, hut circle 815m NNE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ruthven, crannog 610m NNE of (3.3 km), Tom Buidhe, enclosure 480m NNE of Ruthven (3.5 km), Torness, cairn 305m NNW of (4.2 km).

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