Scheduled MonumentsScotlandCologin,fort 650m NE of
Iron Age · Fort

Cologin,fort 650m NE of

Scotland
HES SM4160
Period
Iron Age
Site type
Fort
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Cologin Fort is an Iron Age hillfort situated approximately 650 metres north-east of Cologin in Argyllshire, Scotland. The monument is defined by defensive earthworks characteristic of the Iron Age period, constructed to command the surrounding landscape and serve as a fortified settlement or gathering place for the local community. Such forts in western Scotland reflect the political and social organisation of Iron Age societies in the region, representing centres of power and economic activity during the first millennium BC. The site remains an important archaeological resource for understanding settlement patterns and defensive strategies employed in prehistoric Argyllshire.

Cologin,fort 650m NE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4160. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cologin,fort 650m NE of?

Cologin Fort is an Iron Age hillfort situated approximately 650 metres north-east of Cologin in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4160.

What period does Cologin,fort 650m NE of date from?

Cologin,fort 650m NE of dates from the iron age period, and is classified as a fort. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Cologin,fort 650m NE of?

Cologin,fort 650m NE 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 SM4160.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cologin,fort 650m NE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dun Bhlaran,350m NE of Minard (3.9 km), An Dunan,Minard Point (4.9 km), Barrnacarry,Dun Mhic Raonuill,dun (5.5 km).

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