Scheduled MonumentsScotlandDubton,unenclosed settlement 200m ENE of
Unenclosed settlement

Dubton,unenclosed settlement 200m ENE of

Scotland
HES SM6133
Site type
Unenclosed settlement
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Dubton is an unenclosed settlement located approximately two hundred metres east-north-east of Dubton in Angus, Scotland. The site represents a prehistoric or early historic settlement pattern characteristic of northern Britain, comprising scattered domestic structures without formal defensive or boundary features. Such unenclosed settlements were commonly occupied during the Iron Age and into the early medieval period, reflecting land use and social organisation practices of these prehistoric communities. The archaeological designation and record indicate its significance as evidence for settlement distribution and patterns of habitation across the Angus landscape during these formative periods of Scottish prehistory.

Dubton,unenclosed settlement 200m ENE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM6133. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dubton,unenclosed settlement 200m ENE of?

Dubton is an unenclosed settlement located approximately two hundred metres east-north-east of Dubton in Angus, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM6133.

Who is responsible for protecting Dubton,unenclosed settlement 200m ENE of?

Dubton,unenclosed settlement 200m 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 SM6133.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dubton,unenclosed settlement 200m ENE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Newbigging,ring ditches 300m S of (1.6 km), Denhead Cottage,enclosure 200m W of (5.5 km), Old Montrose,enclosure and ring ditches 600m WSW of (5.6 km).

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