Scheduled MonumentsScotlandDun Sheallaidh,dun
Iron Age · Dun

Dun Sheallaidh,dun

Scotland
HES SM3280
Period
Iron Age
Site type
Dun
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Dun Sheallaidh is a Iron Age dun located in Argyllshire, Scotland. The monument consists of the remains of a stone-built fortified structure typical of the Atlantic Scottish tradition, constructed during the Iron Age period. Dun Sheallaidh represents one of many such defensive settlements that were established throughout the western highlands and islands during this era, serving as strongholds for local communities. The site is recorded under Historic Environment Scotland's national monument record with the designation reference SM3280, ensuring its protection and documentation within Scotland's archaeological heritage.

Dun Sheallaidh,dun is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3280. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dun Sheallaidh,dun?

Dun Sheallaidh is a Iron Age dun located in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3280.

What period does Dun Sheallaidh,dun date from?

Dun Sheallaidh,dun dates from the iron age period, and is classified as a dun. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Dun Sheallaidh,dun?

Dun Sheallaidh,dun 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 SM3280.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dun Sheallaidh,dun?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tangy Loch,fortified dwelling (7.4 km), Port a' Chaisteil, dun 505m SSW of Tangy Lodge (7.4 km), Port nam Marbh,dun W of Drumalea (7.6 km).

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