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Ardacheranmor, motte 190 m N of, is a medieval motte situated in Argyllshire, Scotland. The monument comprises an earthen mound typical of motte-and-bailey fortifications, which were widely constructed throughout Scotland during the medieval period, particularly from the twelfth century onwards. Such mottes served as defensive strongholds and centres of local authority, often occupied by Anglo-Norman settlers or Scottish lords establishing territorial control. The specific location and form of this example contributes to the archaeological record of medieval settlement and fortification patterns in Argyll.
Ardacheranmor, motte 190 m N of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM11102. View the official record →
Ardacheranmor, motte 190 m N of, is a medieval motte situated in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM11102.
Ardacheranmor, motte 190 m N of dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a motte. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.
Ardacheranmor, motte 190 m N 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 SM11102.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Clacheranmor, motte E of (0.6 km), Kilmodan Church, burial ground, sculptured stones & burial aisle (3.4 km), Creag Evanachan, cairn (5.3 km).
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