Scheduled MonumentsScotlandBroch, 40m NE of Brough Lodge
40m ne of brough lodge

Broch, 40m NE of Brough Lodge

Scotland
HES SM2806
Site type
40m ne of brough lodge
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Broch, 40m NE of Brough Lodge is a prehistoric circular stone tower located in Shetland, Scotland. The structure dates to the Iron Age, representing the distinctive broch building tradition that characterised the northern Scottish isles during the first centuries BC and AD. Brochs are characterised by their hollow-walled construction and substantial height, serving purposes that remain subject to scholarly debate, though defensive, domestic, and prestige functions have all been proposed. This example contributes to the archaeological understanding of Iron Age settlement patterns and architectural practices in the Shetland Islands during this period.

Broch, 40m NE of Brough Lodge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM2806. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Broch, 40m NE of Brough Lodge?

Broch, 40m NE of Brough Lodge is a prehistoric circular stone tower located in Shetland, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM2806.

Who is responsible for protecting Broch, 40m NE of Brough Lodge?

Broch, 40m NE of Brough Lodge 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 SM2806.

What other scheduled monuments are near Broch, 40m NE of Brough Lodge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Sna Brough,broch,Ness of Snabrough (0.7 km), Stackaberg, cairn and homestead, Fetlar (3.2 km), Papil Water,chapel & burial ground 150m S of (3.5 km).

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