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Bosta is a prehistoric settlement located to the north and northwest of the cemetery on Great Bernera in Ross-shire, Scotland. The site consists of the remains of Iron Age structures, including evidence of domestic occupation that reflects the settlement patterns of the northern Hebrides during the first millennium BC. The physical remains indicate a community adapted to the challenging coastal environment of the island, with structures positioned to take advantage of available shelter and resources. The settlement forms part of the broader archaeological record of Iron Age settlement in the Outer Hebrides, contributing to understanding of prehistoric life in the Scottish islands.
Bosta, settlement N & NW of cemetery, Great Bernera is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7335. View the official record →
Bosta is a prehistoric settlement located to the north and northwest of the cemetery on Great Bernera in Ross-shire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7335.
Bosta, settlement N & NW of cemetery, Great Bernera 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 SM7335.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Beinn an Teampuill, chapel & graveyard, Little Bernera (1.4 km), Dun Stuigh,dun,Great Bernera (1.6 km), St Peter's Church, Pabay Mor, Lewis (4.1 km).
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