Scheduled MonumentsScotlandCraig Hill,fort and broch
Iron Age · Fort and broch

Craig Hill,fort and broch

Scotland
HES SM3038
Period
Iron Age
Site type
Fort and broch
Nation
Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Craig Hill fort and broch is a Iron Age settlement located in Angus, Scotland, comprising both fortified structures characteristic of the region's prehistoric defences. The site consists of a broch, a distinctive circular drystone tower form typical of Iron Age Scotland, alongside associated fort works that would have provided defensive capability and served as a residence for its occupants. The broch structure represents the sophisticated architectural achievements of Iron Age communities in northern Britain, dating to the later prehistoric period when such monuments were constructed and inhabited. The combination of broch and fort elements at Craig Hill exemplifies the settlement patterns and defensive strategies employed by Iron Age populations in eastern Scotland.

Craig Hill,fort and broch is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3038. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Craig Hill,fort and broch?

Craig Hill fort and broch is a Iron Age settlement located in Angus, Scotland, comprising both fortified structures characteristic of the region's prehistoric defences. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3038.

What period does Craig Hill,fort and broch date from?

Craig Hill,fort and broch dates from the iron age period, and is classified as a fort and broch. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Craig Hill,fort and broch?

Craig Hill,fort and broch 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 SM3038.

What other scheduled monuments are near Craig Hill,fort and broch?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tayfield, settlement NE of South Lodge (8.6 km), Kirktonbarns, unenclosed settlement 650m N of (8.8 km), Inverdovat, ring ditch 650m S of (9.1 km).

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