Scheduled MonumentsScotlandFaire na Paitig,stone setting
Stone setting

Faire na Paitig,stone setting

Scotland
HES SM5811
Site type
Stone setting
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Faire na Paitig is a stone setting located in Perthshire, Scotland, comprising an arrangement of stones whose precise original configuration and ceremonial or domestic purpose remain subjects of archaeological study. The monument dates to the prehistoric period, reflecting the long history of human occupation and ritual practice in the Perthshire landscape. Stone settings of this type are typically associated with Bronze Age activity, though definitive dating evidence for this particular site would require archaeological investigation. The site is protected as a scheduled monument under Historic Environment Scotland's records, indicating its recognised significance to Scotland's archaeological heritage.

Faire na Paitig,stone setting is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5811. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Faire na Paitig,stone setting?

Faire na Paitig is a stone setting located in Perthshire, Scotland, comprising an arrangement of stones whose precise original configuration and ceremonial or domestic purpose remain subjects of archaeological study. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5811.

Who is responsible for protecting Faire na Paitig,stone setting?

Faire na Paitig,stone setting 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 SM5811.

What other scheduled monuments are near Faire na Paitig,stone setting?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dirnanean,hut circles 750m N of (2 km), Moulnanean,settlements and field systems 1200m WNW to 700m NNW of (2.5 km), Tigh na Croft,standing stone 150m W of (3.3 km).

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