Scheduled MonumentsScotlandCullicudden, church and burial ground
Medieval · Church and burial ground

Cullicudden, church and burial ground

Scotland
HES SM13346
Period
Medieval
Site type
Church and burial ground
Nation
Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cullicudden is a medieval church and burial ground located in Cromartyshire, Scotland. The site comprises the remains of a church structure together with an associated burial ground, reflecting the religious and mortuary practices of medieval Highland communities. The church dates from the medieval period, though the exact century of its foundation is not precisely established in the available scholarly record. The site represents an important example of rural ecclesiastical provision in the region and continues to hold archaeological significance for understanding medieval settlement patterns and religious life in Easter Ross.

Cullicudden, church and burial ground is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM13346. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cullicudden, church and burial ground?

Cullicudden is a medieval church and burial ground located in Cromartyshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM13346.

What period does Cullicudden, church and burial ground date from?

Cullicudden, church and burial ground dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a church and burial ground. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Cullicudden, church and burial ground?

Cullicudden, church and burial ground 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 SM13346.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cullicudden, church and burial ground?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Craig Castle,tower (2.2 km), Easter Brae,long cairn & cairn (2.6 km), Wester Brae,hut circles & field system (3.4 km).

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