Scheduled MonumentsScotlandCraigraploch, fort, Abbey Burnfoot
Iron Age · Fort, abbey burnfoot

Craigraploch, fort, Abbey Burnfoot

Scotland
HES SM1064
Period
Iron Age
Site type
Fort, abbey burnfoot
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Craigraploch is a Iron Age fort located near Abbey Burnfoot in Kirkcudbrightshire, south-western Scotland. The site occupies a defensible position characteristic of fortified settlements from the Iron Age period, representing an important example of prehistoric settlement strategy in the region. The fort's physical remains reflect the constructional methods typical of its era, with evidence of fortification that would have served both defensive and territorial functions for its inhabitants. This monument, recorded in the Scheduled Monument Register under HES INSPIRE reference SM1064, contributes to understanding Iron Age settlement patterns and social organisation in south-western Scotland.

Craigraploch, fort, Abbey Burnfoot is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM1064. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Craigraploch, fort, Abbey Burnfoot?

Craigraploch is a Iron Age fort located near Abbey Burnfoot in Kirkcudbrightshire, south-western Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM1064.

What period does Craigraploch, fort, Abbey Burnfoot date from?

Craigraploch, fort, Abbey Burnfoot dates from the iron age period, and is classified as a fort, abbey burnfoot. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Craigraploch, fort, Abbey Burnfoot?

Craigraploch, fort, Abbey Burnfoot 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 SM1064.

What other scheduled monuments are near Craigraploch, fort, Abbey Burnfoot?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Glennap, fort, Barcheskie (1.1 km), Doon Hill, fort, Balig (3 km), Dunrod, homestead moat, village & church site (3.2 km).

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