Scheduled MonumentsScotlandDun Fhinn,hut circles 410m SE of,Islay
Hut circles 410m se of,islay

Dun Fhinn,hut circles 410m SE of,Islay

Scotland
HES SM5650
Site type
Hut circles 410m se of,islay
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Dun Fhinn is a group of ancient hut circles located 410 metres south-east of Islay in Argyllshire, Scotland. The site comprises the remains of circular stone structures typical of prehistoric domestic settlements, evidencing human habitation during the early medieval or Iron Age period. These hut circles represent the foundation remains of roundhouses, a common dwelling form across Scotland during antiquity, constructed from stone footings that once supported timber-framed superstructures. The archaeological significance of the site lies in its contribution to understanding the patterns of settlement and domestic life in the Hebridean islands during the pre-Christian era.

Dun Fhinn,hut circles 410m SE of,Islay is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5650. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dun Fhinn,hut circles 410m SE of,Islay?

Dun Fhinn is a group of ancient hut circles located 410 metres south-east of Islay in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5650.

Who is responsible for protecting Dun Fhinn,hut circles 410m SE of,Islay?

Dun Fhinn,hut circles 410m SE of,Islay 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 SM5650.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dun Fhinn,hut circles 410m SE of,Islay?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dun Fhinn, dun (0.4 km), Cill a'Chuibein, chapel (1.3 km), Kildalton Church, church, High Cross, and cross 60m NE of (1.5 km).

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