Scheduled MonumentsScotlandCruise,burnt mound 1730m ENE of
Burnt mound

Cruise,burnt mound 1730m ENE of

Scotland
HES SM4905
Site type
Burnt mound
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cruise, burnt mound 1730m ENE of is a burnt mound situated in Wigtownshire, southwest Scotland. Burnt mounds are prehistoric archaeological features, typically dating to the Bronze Age, comprising heaps of fire-cracked stones and charred material accumulated through repeated heating and cooling cycles. These monuments are thought to have functioned in various domestic or industrial processes, including the heating of water for cooking or bathing, textile processing, or brewing, though their precise use remains a matter of scholarly debate. The site's designation within the Scottish heritage record indicates its recognition as a significant archaeological monument meriting formal protection and study.

Cruise,burnt mound 1730m ENE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4905. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cruise,burnt mound 1730m ENE of?

Cruise, burnt mound 1730m ENE of is a burnt mound situated in Wigtownshire, southwest Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4905.

Who is responsible for protecting Cruise,burnt mound 1730m ENE of?

Cruise,burnt mound 1730m ENE 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 SM4905.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cruise,burnt mound 1730m ENE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Glenluce Abbey (4.5 km), Castle of Park, castle, Glenluce (5.9 km), Glenluce Roman camp, 380m W of Corsehead (6.6 km).

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