Scheduled MonumentsScotlandDun, 790m NNE of Glenmeanich
790m nne of glenmeanich

Dun, 790m NNE of Glenmeanich

Scotland
HES SM5472
Site type
790m nne of glenmeanich
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Dun, 790m NNE of Glenmeanich is a Iron Age or Early Historic hilltop fortification located in Ross-shire in the Scottish Highlands. The site consists of the remains of a dun, a type of small fortified dwelling characteristic of northern Scotland during the Iron Age and Early Historic periods. Such structures typically feature substantial stone walls and commanded elevated positions that afforded both defensive advantage and visibility across surrounding terrain. Though the site has suffered degradation over centuries, it remains an important archaeological monument testifying to the settlement patterns and social organisation of early medieval Scotland.

Dun, 790m NNE of Glenmeanich is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5472. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dun, 790m NNE of Glenmeanich?

Dun, 790m NNE of Glenmeanich is a Iron Age or Early Historic hilltop fortification located in Ross-shire in the Scottish Highlands. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5472.

Who is responsible for protecting Dun, 790m NNE of Glenmeanich?

Dun, 790m NNE of Glenmeanich 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 SM5472.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dun, 790m NNE of Glenmeanich?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Carnoch, dun 260m SSW of Croft House (4.5 km), Loch Beannacharain,crannog (5 km).

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