Scheduled MonumentsScotlandDryleys,souterrain 150m NW of
Iron Age · Souterrain

Dryleys,souterrain 150m NW of

Scotland
HES SM6134
Period
Iron Age
Site type
Souterrain
Nation
Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Dryleys souterrain is an Iron Age underground passage structure located approximately 150 metres northwest of Dryleys in Angus, Scotland. The monument represents a characteristic example of the souterrain tradition that flourished in eastern Scotland during the Iron Age, constructed as a subterranean chamber or passage system typical of settlements in this region and period. Such structures served practical purposes, possibly related to storage, refuge, or ritual functions within contemporary settlement patterns. The site is recorded in the national monuments database under HES INSPIRE reference SM6134 and contributes to understanding Iron Age domestic and community organisation in Tayside and Angus.

Dryleys,souterrain 150m NW of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM6134. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dryleys,souterrain 150m NW of?

Dryleys souterrain is an Iron Age underground passage structure located approximately 150 metres northwest of Dryleys in Angus, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM6134.

What period does Dryleys,souterrain 150m NW of date from?

Dryleys,souterrain 150m NW of dates from the iron age period, and is classified as a souterrain. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Dryleys,souterrain 150m NW of?

Dryleys,souterrain 150m NW 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 SM6134.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dryleys,souterrain 150m NW of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Newbigging,ring ditches 300m S of (1.8 km), Newbigging,enclosures,ring ditches and souterrain 300m SW of (1.9 km), Denhead Cottage,enclosure 200m W of (5.7 km).

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