Scheduled MonumentsScotlandArdnadam, settlement, chapel and enclosure 215m W of The Larches
Medieval · Settlement, chapel and enclosure 215m w of the larches

Ardnadam, settlement, chapel and enclosure 215m W of The Larches

Scotland
HES SM3235
Period
Medieval
Site type
Settlement, chapel and enclosure 215m w of the larches
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Ardnadam is a medieval settlement, chapel and enclosure located 215 metres west of The Larches in Argyllshire, Scotland. The site comprises the remains of a small chapel alongside associated domestic settlement features, all enclosed within a defensive or demarcating earthwork. These monuments represent the typical pattern of early medieval settlement in Argyll, where religious and secular occupation were often integrated within defined territorial boundaries. The settlement belongs to the medieval period, reflecting patterns of land use and ecclesiastical provision characteristic of the Scottish Highlands during the medieval centuries.

Ardnadam, settlement, chapel and enclosure 215m W of The Larches is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3235. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ardnadam, settlement, chapel and enclosure 215m W of The Larches?

Ardnadam is a medieval settlement, chapel and enclosure located 215 metres west of The Larches in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3235.

What period does Ardnadam, settlement, chapel and enclosure 215m W of The Larches date from?

Ardnadam, settlement, chapel and enclosure 215m W of The Larches dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a settlement, chapel and enclosure 215m w of the larches. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Ardnadam, settlement, chapel and enclosure 215m W of The Larches?

Ardnadam, settlement, chapel and enclosure 215m W of The Larches 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 SM3235.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ardnadam, settlement, chapel and enclosure 215m W of The Larches?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dunloskin Wood, platforms and charcoal production area (0.7 km), Adam's Cave, chambered cairn, Ardnadam (0.9 km), Kilmun Collegiate Church, tower and burial ground (2.9 km).

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