Scheduled MonumentsScotlandArdnacross, cairn 380m NNW of
Cairn

Ardnacross, cairn 380m NNW of

Scotland
HES SM10571
Site type
Cairn
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Ardnacross, cairn 380m NNW of is a Neolithic or Bronze Age funerary monument located in Argyllshire, Scotland. The cairn represents a significant example of prehistoric burial practice in the West Highlands, typical of the mound structures erected during the early prehistoric periods. Its physical form consists of a stone mound constructed to contain and mark human remains, reflecting the ceremonial and commemorative functions of such monuments within early Scottish communities. The site is documented within the Historic Environment Record under the designation HES INSPIRE SM10571, ensuring its protection and continued archaeological significance.

Ardnacross, cairn 380m NNW of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM10571. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ardnacross, cairn 380m NNW of?

Ardnacross, cairn 380m NNW of is a Neolithic or Bronze Age funerary monument located in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM10571.

Who is responsible for protecting Ardnacross, cairn 380m NNW of?

Ardnacross, cairn 380m NNW 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 SM10571.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ardnacross, cairn 380m NNW of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including An Sean Chaisteal, broch (0.6 km), Ardnacross, stone rows and cairns 560m WSW of (0.6 km), Killundine,chapel and burial ground 850m NW of (3.3 km).

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