Scheduled MonumentsScotlandDalnessie, settlement N of Feith Osdail
Settlement n of feith osdail

Dalnessie, settlement N of Feith Osdail

Scotland
HES SM4563
Site type
Settlement n of feith osdail
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Dalnessie is a prehistoric settlement located north of Feith Osdail in Sutherland, northern Scotland. The site comprises evidence of early human occupation within a landscape that shows sustained settlement activity across multiple periods. Physical remains at the location reflect patterns of habitation typical of Caithness and Sutherland's archaeological record, with material culture and settlement forms that contribute to understanding of northern Highland prehistory. The site is recorded within the Historic Environment Record under the designation HES INSPIRE SM4563.

Dalnessie, settlement N of Feith Osdail is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4563. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dalnessie, settlement N of Feith Osdail?

Dalnessie is a prehistoric settlement located north of Feith Osdail in Sutherland, northern Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4563.

Who is responsible for protecting Dalnessie, settlement N of Feith Osdail?

Dalnessie, settlement N of Feith Osdail 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 SM4563.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dalnessie, settlement N of Feith Osdail?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Loch Tign na Crieg,farmstead 600m NNE of NW end of (4.9 km), Tighcreag,hut circle 500m WSW of (5 km), Loch Tigh Na Creige,hut circle 350m N of NE corner (5 km).

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