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Eldbotle is a deserted medieval village located in East Lothian, Scotland. The settlement dates to the medieval period and is evidenced by earthwork remains that survive in the landscape, representing a type of settlement abandonment that affected many Scottish communities during the later medieval and early modern periods. The site's physical character comprises the topographical traces of former habitation, which contribute to understanding patterns of rural settlement and depopulation in lowland Scotland. Eldbotle's designation as a scheduled monument reflects its archaeological significance in documenting the social and economic changes that led to the desertion of rural communities in the region.
Eldbotle, deserted medieval village is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM10352. View the official record →
Eldbotle is a deserted medieval village located in East Lothian, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM10352.
Eldbotle, deserted medieval village dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a deserted medieval village. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.
Eldbotle, deserted medieval village 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 SM10352.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Garleton Castle (8.5 km), Skid Hill,fort (8.8 km), Lochhill,enclosure 500m SE of (8.8 km).
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