Scheduled MonumentsScotlandArkleton, farmstead 1700m SE of
Post-Medieval · Farmstead

Arkleton, farmstead 1700m SE of

Scotland
HES SM4462
Period
Post-Medieval
Site type
Farmstead
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Arkleton, farmstead 1700m SE of, is a post-medieval farmstead located in Dumfriesshire, Scotland. The site represents agricultural settlement and land use practices characteristic of the early modern period in the Scottish Borders region. The farmstead's physical remains and layout reflect the subsistence and pastoral economy typical of rural Dumfriesshire during this era. As a recorded post-medieval monument, the site contributes to understanding the development and continuity of farming communities in south-west Scotland following the medieval period.

Arkleton, farmstead 1700m SE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4462. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Arkleton, farmstead 1700m SE of?

Arkleton, farmstead 1700m SE of, is a post-medieval farmstead located in Dumfriesshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4462.

What period does Arkleton, farmstead 1700m SE of date from?

Arkleton, farmstead 1700m SE of dates from the post-medieval period, and is classified as a farmstead. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Arkleton, farmstead 1700m SE of?

Arkleton, farmstead 1700m SE 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 SM4462.

What other scheduled monuments are near Arkleton, farmstead 1700m SE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Terrona, scooped settlement 150m SE of (3.8 km), Milnholm Cottage,settlement and farmstead (5.3 km), Milnholm Cottage,farmstead 800m SSW of (5.9 km).

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