Scheduled MonumentsScotlandDun, 680m SW from summit of Myreton Hill
680m sw from summit of myreton hill

Dun, 680m SW from summit of Myreton Hill

Scotland
HES SM13758
Site type
680m sw from summit of myreton hill
Nation
Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Dun, 680m SW from summit of Myreton Hill is a prehistoric fortified settlement located in Clackmannanshire, Scotland. The site represents a defensive structure typical of Iron Age settlement patterns in central Scotland, though precise dating remains uncertain without excavation. The dun would have served as a stronghold for a local community, providing protection and a focal point for settlement in the landscape. Such monuments are characteristic of the later prehistoric period in Scotland, reflecting social hierarchies and the need for defended domestic occupation.

Dun, 680m SW from summit of Myreton Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM13758. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dun, 680m SW from summit of Myreton Hill?

Dun, 680m SW from summit of Myreton Hill is a prehistoric fortified settlement located in Clackmannanshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM13758.

Who is responsible for protecting Dun, 680m SW from summit of Myreton Hill?

Dun, 680m SW from summit of Myreton Hill 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 SM13758.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dun, 680m SW from summit of Myreton Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Alloa Glass Works,glass cone (6 km), Alloa,old parish church (6.2 km), Hawk Hill cairn (6.3 km).

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