Scheduled MonumentsScotlandClachan,burial ground NW of Killandrist
Burial ground nw of killandrist

Clachan,burial ground NW of Killandrist

Scotland
HES SM244
Site type
Burial ground nw of killandrist
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Clachan burial ground is an ancient burial ground situated northwest of Killandrist in Argyllshire, Scotland. The site represents a significant example of early Christian or medieval funerary practice in the West Highlands, though precise dating remains uncertain without detailed archaeological investigation. The burial ground's location in this remote part of Argyll reflects the dispersed pattern of burial sites characteristic of the region during the medieval period. Like many such grounds in the Hebrides and western mainland, it preserves evidence of centuries of use as a communal burial place for the local population.

Clachan,burial ground NW of Killandrist is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM244. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Clachan,burial ground NW of Killandrist?

Clachan burial ground is an ancient burial ground situated northwest of Killandrist in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM244.

Who is responsible for protecting Clachan,burial ground NW of Killandrist?

Clachan,burial ground NW of Killandrist 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 SM244.

What other scheduled monuments are near Clachan,burial ground NW of Killandrist?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Kilcheran,dun 450m SSW of (5.8 km), Barr Mor,cist 450m SE of Achinduin (5.9 km), Dun Mac Sniachan, forts and dun, Benderloch (6.7 km).

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