Scheduled MonumentsScotlandEast Gordon,cairns 900m WNW of
Cairns

East Gordon,cairns 900m WNW of

Scotland
HES SM4724
Site type
Cairns
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

East Gordon, cairns 900m WNW of, is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Berwickshire, Scottish Borders. The site comprises cairn structures typical of the Bronze Age period, when such stone heaps were erected over cremated or inhumed remains as markers of burial and ceremonial significance. The monument's location in the Berwickshire landscape reflects the distribution of Bronze Age funerary practices across the Scottish borders region. This site is recorded in the national heritage database under HES INSPIRE designation SM4724, ensuring its protection and documentation as part of Scotland's archaeological resource.

East Gordon,cairns 900m WNW of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4724. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is East Gordon,cairns 900m WNW of?

East Gordon, cairns 900m WNW of, is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Berwickshire, Scottish Borders. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4724.

Who is responsible for protecting East Gordon,cairns 900m WNW of?

East Gordon,cairns 900m WNW of 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 SM4724.

What other scheduled monuments are near East Gordon,cairns 900m WNW of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Greenknowe Tower, Gordon (2.6 km), Knock Hill,fort (4.4 km), Hareheugh Craigs, fort and settlement (5 km).

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