Scheduled MonumentsScotlandFincharn,crannog 510m NNE of
Iron Age–Medieval · Crannog

Fincharn,crannog 510m NNE of

Scotland
HES SM5445
Period
Iron Age–Medieval
Site type
Crannog
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Fincharn Crannog is a lake dwelling situated approximately 510 metres north-north-east of Fincharn in Argyllshire, Scotland. The site represents an Iron Age to Medieval occupation sequence, indicating sustained use of this artificial or semi-artificial island structure across a considerable span of time. Cran­nogs of this period typically served as defended settlements or elite residences, constructed from timber and stone upon freshwater lochs. The designation HES INSPIRE SM5445 reflects its recognition as a scheduled monument of archaeological importance within the historic environment record of Scotland.

Fincharn,crannog 510m NNE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5445. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Fincharn,crannog 510m NNE of?

Fincharn Crannog is a lake dwelling situated approximately 510 metres north-north-east of Fincharn in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5445.

What period does Fincharn,crannog 510m NNE of date from?

Fincharn,crannog 510m NNE of dates from the iron age–medieval period, and is classified as a crannog. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Fincharn,crannog 510m NNE of?

Fincharn,crannog 510m NNE 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 SM5445.

What other scheduled monuments are near Fincharn,crannog 510m NNE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Glasvaar,cupmarked rocks (3.1 km), Glasvaar,cairn 90m SW of (3.6 km), Glasvaar,cupmarked rock 1200m SE of (3.8 km).

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