Scheduled MonumentsScotlandBeech Knowe, enclosure, Remote
Post-Medieval · Enclosure, remote

Beech Knowe, enclosure, Remote

Scotland
HES SM6809
Period
Post-Medieval
Site type
Enclosure, remote
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Beech Knowe is a post-medieval enclosure situated in a remote location in Midlothian, Scotland. The monument consists of an enclosed area bounded by earthwork features characteristic of post-medieval field organisation, dating to the period following the sixteenth century. Its isolated setting reflects the patterns of settlement and land use in the upland regions of the Scottish Borders during this era, when enclosed fields became increasingly common as agricultural practices evolved. The site demonstrates the archaeological evidence of rural post-medieval activity in Midlothian, contributing to understanding of how communities managed and utilised the landscape during this period.

Beech Knowe, enclosure, Remote is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM6809. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Beech Knowe, enclosure, Remote?

Beech Knowe is a post-medieval enclosure situated in a remote location in Midlothian, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM6809.

What period does Beech Knowe, enclosure, Remote date from?

Beech Knowe, enclosure, Remote dates from the post-medieval period, and is classified as a enclosure, remote. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Beech Knowe, enclosure, Remote?

Beech Knowe, enclosure, Remote 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 SM6809.

What other scheduled monuments are near Beech Knowe, enclosure, Remote?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Longfaugh,enclosures 200m E of (3.2 km), Longfaugh Fort,Crichton (3.2 km), Saughland,enclosure 150m W of (3.8 km).

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