Scheduled MonumentsScotlandAuchensaugh Hill,cairn
Cairn

Auchensaugh Hill,cairn

Scotland
HES SM4234
Site type
Cairn
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Auchensaugh Hill Cairn is a Bronze Age funerary monument situated in Lanarkshire, Scotland. The cairn represents the burial practices of prehistoric communities during the Bronze Age period, when such stone-built structures served as prominent markers for the interment of the dead. The monument contributes to the archaeological record of upland burial sites in central Scotland, reflecting patterns of land use and ceremonial practice among early metal-working societies in this region.

Auchensaugh Hill,cairn is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4234. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Auchensaugh Hill,cairn?

Auchensaugh Hill Cairn is a Bronze Age funerary monument situated in Lanarkshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4234.

Who is responsible for protecting Auchensaugh Hill,cairn?

Auchensaugh Hill,cairn 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 SM4234.

What other scheduled monuments are near Auchensaugh Hill,cairn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Thirstone,stone circle 1300m NNW of (2.8 km), Thorril Castle,bastle house 450m NNE of Parkhead (4 km), St Bride's Church, Douglas (4.1 km).

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