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Crois an Ollaimh is a carved stone cross located in Argyllshire, Scotland, situated approximately 350 metres north-east of Pennycross Cottage. The monument is a fine example of a medieval cross, characteristic of the sculptured stone monuments that mark the landscape of the western Scottish Highlands and Islands. Such crosses typically date from the medieval period and served both religious and commemorative functions within local communities. The site is recorded within the Historic Environment Record under the reference SM9500, reflecting its recognition as a significant element of Scotland's archaeological heritage.
Crois an Ollaimh, cross, 350m NE of Pennycross Cottage is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM9500. View the official record →
Crois an Ollaimh is a carved stone cross located in Argyllshire, Scotland, situated approximately 350 metres north-east of Pennycross Cottage. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM9500.
Crois an Ollaimh, cross, 350m NE of Pennycross Cottage 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 SM9500.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dun Scobuill,dun,Gib Bheinn,Mull (3.9 km), Uamh nan Cailleach, Nuns’ Cave, Carsaig (6 km).
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