Scheduled MonumentsScotlandChapelton,settlement 750m NW of
Settlement

Chapelton,settlement 750m NW of

Scotland
HES SM5987
Site type
Settlement
Nation
Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Chapelton is an ancient settlement located approximately 750 metres north-west of Chapelton in Angus, Scotland. The site is designated as a prehistoric or early medieval settlement, though precise dating remains uncertain without extensive archaeological investigation. The settlement's physical remains are modest and reflect the dispersed, small-scale habitation patterns characteristic of rural communities in this region during the later prehistoric or early medieval periods. Its location within the Angus landscape indicates settlement preferences for areas with access to arable land and water resources, typical of sustained occupation in eastern Scotland.

Chapelton,settlement 750m NW of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5987. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Chapelton,settlement 750m NW of?

Chapelton is an ancient settlement located approximately 750 metres north-west of Chapelton in Angus, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5987.

Who is responsible for protecting Chapelton,settlement 750m NW of?

Chapelton,settlement 750m NW 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 SM5987.

What other scheduled monuments are near Chapelton,settlement 750m NW of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including West Mains of Colliston,enclosure 200m NE of (2.6 km), West Mains of Colliston,enclosure 300m WNW of (2.9 km), David's Hill, enclosure (4.7 km).

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