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Achnaclyth settlements, situated 800 metres south-southwest of Achnaclyth in Caithness, is a complex of prehistoric settlement remains representing occupation during the Bronze Age and Iron Age periods. The site comprises structural evidence characteristic of early domestic settlement in the far north of Scotland, with archaeological features indicative of sustained habitation across successive prehistoric epochs. The physical remains include post-holes, hearths, and associated artefact scatters that contribute to understanding settlement patterns and land use in Iron Age Caithness. This site forms part of the wider archaeological landscape of the county, documenting the continuity of human occupation in the region from the Bronze Age through the Iron Age.
Achnaclyth,settlements 800m SSW of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5169. View the official record →
Achnaclyth settlements, situated 800 metres south-southwest of Achnaclyth in Caithness, is a complex of prehistoric settlement remains representing occupation during the Bronze Age and Iron Age periods. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5169.
Achnaclyth,settlements 800m SSW 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 SM5169.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Berriedale Water, cairn 250m NNW of Millery (7.5 km), Dun Burn, cairn 200m NE of An Dun Broch (8.1 km), An Dun, broch, Berriedale (8.2 km).
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