Scheduled MonumentsScotlandBroadgate,mound 200m S of
Mound

Broadgate,mound 200m S of

Scotland
HES SM4765
Site type
Mound
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Broadgate Mound is an ancient earthwork located approximately 200 metres south of Broadgate in Stirlingshire, Scotland. The mound represents a form of prehistoric or early medieval settlement archaeology characteristic of central Scotland, though its precise dating and original function require further archaeological investigation. Its survival as a recognisable earthwork indicates its construction from substantial soil and stone, typical of defensive or ceremonial sites from the Bronze Age through to the medieval period. The monument is recorded in the Historic Environment Scotland national record under INSPIRE designation SM4765, reflecting its recognition as a site of archaeological interest worthy of statutory protection.

Broadgate,mound 200m S of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4765. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Broadgate,mound 200m S of?

Broadgate Mound is an ancient earthwork located approximately 200 metres south of Broadgate in Stirlingshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4765.

Who is responsible for protecting Broadgate,mound 200m S of?

Broadgate,mound 200m S 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 SM4765.

What other scheduled monuments are near Broadgate,mound 200m S of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bearsden Station,Roman bath-house 400m NE of (7.5 km), Antonine Wall,Bearsden,Roman fort (7.5 km), Antonine Wall, 120m NE of Balmuildy Cottages to 270m S of Buchley (7.6 km).

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