Scheduled MonumentsScotlandBurraland,broch 350m SSE of
Iron Age · Broch

Burraland,broch 350m SSE of

Scotland
HES SM3565
Period
Iron Age
Site type
Broch
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Burraland Broch is an Iron Age defensive structure located on the island of Burra in Shetland, Scotland. The broch dates to the Iron Age period and represents the characteristic architectural form of these circular stone towers that are particularly prevalent in northern Scotland. Like other brochs of its type, the structure would have served defensive and possibly residential functions for the local population during this period. The monument's location in Shetland places it within a significant concentration of broch sites that demonstrate the strategic importance of these northern islands during Iron Age settlement.

Burraland,broch 350m SSE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3565. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Burraland,broch 350m SSE of?

Burraland Broch is an Iron Age defensive structure located on the island of Burra in Shetland, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3565.

What period does Burraland,broch 350m SSE of date from?

Burraland,broch 350m SSE 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 Burraland,broch 350m SSE of?

Burraland,broch 350m SSE 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 SM3565.

What other scheduled monuments are near Burraland,broch 350m SSE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Isleburgh, prehistoric house and enclosures 760m SSW of (6.6 km), Isleburgh, chambered cairn 745m SSW of (6.6 km), Culsetter, prehistoric house 250m W of (7.5 km).

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