Scheduled MonumentsScotlandEast Pilmore, unenclosed settlement 1000m E of
Unenclosed settlement

East Pilmore, unenclosed settlement 1000m E of

Scotland
HES SM6519
Site type
Unenclosed settlement
Nation
Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

East Pilmore is an unenclosed settlement located approximately one kilometre east of Pilmore in Perthshire, Scotland. The site consists of the remains of structures characteristic of prehistoric or early historic settlement, though precise dating of the occupation phase requires archaeological assessment. Unenclosed settlements of this type were common in Scotland during the Iron Age and early medieval periods, representing communities that did not require the defensive advantages of fortified enclosures. The physical remains at East Pilmore survive as earthworks visible in the landscape, contributing to understanding of settlement patterns and land use in Perthshire during these formative periods of Scottish history.

East Pilmore, unenclosed settlement 1000m E of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM6519. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is East Pilmore, unenclosed settlement 1000m E of?

East Pilmore is an unenclosed settlement located approximately one kilometre east of Pilmore in Perthshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM6519.

Who is responsible for protecting East Pilmore, unenclosed settlement 1000m E of?

East Pilmore, unenclosed settlement 1000m E 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 SM6519.

What other scheduled monuments are near East Pilmore, unenclosed settlement 1000m E of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Barrow, 350m NNW of 28 Red Cliffs (0.5 km), Balmerino Abbey (5.4 km), Coultra,burial mound 225m NW of (6.5 km).

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