Scheduled MonumentsScotlandBankburnfoot, settlement 1550m WSW of
Settlement

Bankburnfoot, settlement 1550m WSW of

Scotland
HES SM4391
Site type
Settlement
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Bankburnfoot, settlement 1550m WSW of, is an ancient settlement located in Dumfriesshire, Scotland. The site represents a prehistoric or early medieval occupation, though precise dating and cultural attribution require archaeological investigation. The settlement's physical character and extent would have been shaped by the local topography and available resources of the Dumfriesshire landscape. The site is recorded within the Historic Environment Record as a significant archaeological monument warranting protection and further study.

Bankburnfoot, settlement 1550m WSW of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4391. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bankburnfoot, settlement 1550m WSW of?

Bankburnfoot, settlement 1550m WSW of, is an ancient settlement located in Dumfriesshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4391.

Who is responsible for protecting Bankburnfoot, settlement 1550m WSW of?

Bankburnfoot, settlement 1550m WSW 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 SM4391.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bankburnfoot, settlement 1550m WSW of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Mid Hill, settlement 1480m SSE of Cairnknowe (7.4 km), Kirtlehead, unenclosed settlement 1850m N of (8.1 km), Pyatshaws Rig, settlement 965m NE of Meikle Whitriggs (8.4 km).

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