Scheduled MonumentsScotlandCasandamff,settlement and farmstead
Post-Medieval · Settlement and farmstead

Casandamff,settlement and farmstead

Scotland
HES SM5495
Period
Post-Medieval
Site type
Settlement and farmstead
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

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Overview

History & significance

Casandamff is a post-medieval settlement and farmstead located in Ross-shire, Scotland. The site represents the type of rural agricultural settlement characteristic of the early modern period in the Scottish Highlands, reflecting patterns of land use and habitation typical of the region during this era. The farmstead would have served as both a domestic and productive unit, with its layout and construction reflecting the practical needs of Highland farming communities. The designation and archaeological record for this site provide evidence of continuity and adaptation in rural settlement patterns during the post-medieval period.

Casandamff,settlement and farmstead is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5495. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Casandamff,settlement and farmstead?

Casandamff is a post-medieval settlement and farmstead located in Ross-shire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5495.

What period does Casandamff,settlement and farmstead date from?

Casandamff,settlement and farmstead dates from the post-medieval period, and is classified as a settlement and farmstead. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Casandamff,settlement and farmstead?

Casandamff,settlement and farmstead 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 SM5495.

What other scheduled monuments are near Casandamff,settlement and farmstead?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cnoc an Duin fort, 1250m WNW of Coag (5.8 km), Provost's Well,homestead & enclosure 550m WSW of (6.2 km), Scotsburn House,hut circle & clearance cairns 1400m W of (6.6 km).

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