Scheduled MonumentsScotlandBridge of Occumster,broch 320m SSW of
Iron Age · Broch

Bridge of Occumster,broch 320m SSW of

Scotland
HES SM570
Period
Iron Age
Site type
Broch
Nation
Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bridge of Occumster, broch 320m SSW of is an Iron Age broch located in Caithness, Scotland. The monument dates to the Iron Age period and represents the distinctive circular stone tower architecture characteristic of northern Scottish brochs. The site is registered with Historic Environment Scotland under the reference SM570. As with other brochs in the region, the structure would have served defensive and possibly residential functions during the Iron Age, reflecting the settlement patterns and social organisation of Caithness during this period.

Bridge of Occumster,broch 320m SSW of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM570. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bridge of Occumster,broch 320m SSW of?

Bridge of Occumster, broch 320m SSW of is an Iron Age broch located in Caithness, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM570.

What period does Bridge of Occumster,broch 320m SSW of date from?

Bridge of Occumster,broch 320m SSW of dates from the iron age period, and is classified as a broch. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Bridge of Occumster,broch 320m SSW of?

Bridge of Occumster,broch 320m SSW 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 SM570.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bridge of Occumster,broch 320m SSW of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Achavar,broch NNW of Occumster Railway Station (1.5 km), Lybster, Church of Scotland, cross incised stone (2.2 km), Reisgill,old bridge (2.8 km).

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