Scheduled MonumentsScotlandAnnait,monastic settlement on W bank of Bay River
Monastic settlement on w bank of bay river

Annait,monastic settlement on W bank of Bay River

Scotland
HES SM942
Site type
Monastic settlement on w bank of bay river
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Annait is a monastic settlement located on the west bank of the Bay River in Inverness-shire, Scotland. The site represents an early medieval religious community, with archaeological evidence indicating occupation during the medieval period. The settlement's physical remains reflect the modest scale typical of many Scottish monastic foundations, situated in a landscape that would have supported both spiritual and agricultural activities. The Bay River location provided access to water resources essential for sustenance and daily monastic life.

Annait,monastic settlement on W bank of Bay River is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM942. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Annait,monastic settlement on W bank of Bay River?

Annait is a monastic settlement located on the west bank of the Bay River in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM942.

Who is responsible for protecting Annait,monastic settlement on W bank of Bay River?

Annait,monastic settlement on W bank of Bay River 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 SM942.

What other scheduled monuments are near Annait,monastic settlement on W bank of Bay River?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dun Fiadhairt,broch (4.7 km), St Mary's Church and Burial Ground, Dunvegan (5.3 km), Dun Hallin,broch,Hallin (6.7 km).

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