Scheduled MonumentsScotlandElm Knowe,settlement
Settlement

Elm Knowe,settlement

Scotland
HES SM5222
Site type
Settlement
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Elm Knowe is a settlement in Roxburghshire, Scotland, whose archaeological record indicates occupation during the Iron Age and possibly extending into the Roman period. The site comprises the earthwork remains of domestic structures characteristic of prehistoric settlement patterns in the Borders region, with evidence suggesting a nucleated or dispersed settlement form typical of Iron Age communities in southern Scotland. The archaeological designation and preservation of the site reflect its importance to understanding settlement hierarchies and economic organisation in the Scottish Borders during the pre-Roman Iron Age and the period of Roman contact.

Elm Knowe,settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5222. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Elm Knowe,settlement?

Elm Knowe is a settlement in Roxburghshire, Scotland, whose archaeological record indicates occupation during the Iron Age and possibly extending into the Roman period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5222.

Who is responsible for protecting Elm Knowe,settlement?

Elm Knowe,settlement 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 SM5222.

What other scheduled monuments are near Elm Knowe,settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round cairn 420m north-east of Blindburn Bridge (6.7 km), Round cairn on Shillhope Law (7.7 km), Cross dyke and two building foundations at Copper Snout (8.9 km).

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