Scheduled MonumentsScotlandBrae Cottage, two hut circles 120m and 200m ESE of
Two hut circles 120m and

Brae Cottage, two hut circles 120m and 200m ESE of

Scotland
HES SM1830
Site type
Two hut circles 120m and
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Brae Cottage is a prehistoric settlement site in Sutherland, Scotland, comprising two hut circles located 120 metres and 200 metres east-south-east of the cottage itself. The hut circles represent evidence of Iron Age or Bronze Age domestic occupation, typical of the scattered settlement pattern found across the Scottish Highlands during these periods. The structures, identified through their characteristic circular or oval ground plans, indicate the presence of roundhouses that would have served as domestic dwellings. The site is recorded within the national heritage database under HES INSPIRE reference SM1830, reflecting its significance to understanding prehistoric settlement patterns and subsistence practices in northern Scotland.

Brae Cottage, two hut circles 120m and 200m ESE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM1830. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Brae Cottage, two hut circles 120m and 200m ESE of?

Brae Cottage is a prehistoric settlement site in Sutherland, Scotland, comprising two hut circles located 120 metres and 200 metres east-south-east of the cottage itself. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM1830.

Who is responsible for protecting Brae Cottage, two hut circles 120m and 200m ESE of?

Brae Cottage, two hut circles 120m and 200m ESE 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 SM1830.

What other scheduled monuments are near Brae Cottage, two hut circles 120m and 200m ESE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Brae,broch,Strath Carnaig W of Mound Junction (0.4 km), Carn Liath,cairn & chambered cairn 1200m WNW of Torboll (3.5 km), Torboll Farm, cairn 1450m WSW of (3.5 km).

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