Scheduled MonumentsScotlandEnclosed settlement, 220m NW of North Cottage
220m nw of north cottage

Enclosed settlement, 220m NW of North Cottage

Scotland
HES SM7208
Site type
220m nw of north cottage
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Enclosed settlement, 220m NW of North Cottage is a prehistoric settlement site located in Perthshire, Scotland. The site comprises an enclosed area typical of Iron Age settlement patterns in Scotland, representing domestic occupation during the later prehistoric period. The physical remains consist of earthwork features defining the settlement boundary, evidence of the defensive or organisational function characteristic of such enclosed communities. This monument contributes to understanding of settlement hierarchies and land use patterns in Iron Age Perthshire.

Enclosed settlement, 220m NW of North Cottage is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7208. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Enclosed settlement, 220m NW of North Cottage?

Enclosed settlement, 220m NW of North Cottage is a prehistoric settlement site located in Perthshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7208.

Who is responsible for protecting Enclosed settlement, 220m NW of North Cottage?

Enclosed settlement, 220m NW of North Cottage 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 SM7208.

What other scheduled monuments are near Enclosed settlement, 220m NW of North Cottage?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Grey Stone, standing stone and unenclosed settlement, 240m W of Keepers Cottage (6.9 km), Ballinbreich Castle (7.2 km), Gallowflat, unenclosed settlement 150m NE of (7.7 km).

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