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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 →
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.
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.
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.
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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