Scheduled MonumentsScotlandAchnabreck,prehistoric rock carvings 370m NNE of
Prehistoric rock carvings

Achnabreck,prehistoric rock carvings 370m NNE of

Scotland
HES SM90006
Site type
Prehistoric rock carvings
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Achnabreck is a Neolithic or Bronze Age rock art site located in Argyllshire, Scotland, featuring cup and ring markings carved into natural rock outcrops. The carvings consist of circular motifs with concentric rings and associated cup marks, typical of prehistoric rock art found across Atlantic Scotland and dating to approximately the Neolithic or early Bronze Age periods. The site represents evidence of ritual or symbolic activity by prehistoric communities in the region, though the precise function and dating of such rock art remain subjects of scholarly debate. The carvings have been protected as a scheduled monument, reflecting their significance as rare surviving examples of portable and monumental art from Scotland's prehistoric past.

Achnabreck,prehistoric rock carvings 370m NNE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM90006. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Achnabreck,prehistoric rock carvings 370m NNE of?

Achnabreck is a Neolithic or Bronze Age rock art site located in Argyllshire, Scotland, featuring cup and ring markings carved into natural rock outcrops. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM90006.

Who is responsible for protecting Achnabreck,prehistoric rock carvings 370m NNE of?

Achnabreck,prehistoric rock carvings 370m 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 SM90006.

What other scheduled monuments are near Achnabreck,prehistoric rock carvings 370m NNE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Achnabreck, prehistoric rock carvings 485m NNE of (0.2 km), Achnabreck,standing stone 275m SSW of (0.5 km), Stane Alane, standing stone 190m S of Corbiere (0.7 km).

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