Scheduled MonumentsScotlandFort, 320m NW of Kinkell Grange
320m nw of kinkell grange

Fort, 320m NW of Kinkell Grange

Scotland
HES SM7729
Site type
320m nw of kinkell grange
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Fort, 320m NW of Kinkell Grange is a prehistoric fortified settlement situated in Perthshire, Scotland. The site comprises an earthwork fort characteristic of Iron Age defensive architecture in central Scotland, though its exact chronology and construction phases require further archaeological investigation. Its location in the Perthshire landscape reflects the strategic positioning typical of later prehistoric settlements in this region, commanding views across the local terrain. The monument's survival as a visible earthwork demonstrates the robustness of its original construction and contributes to understanding the distribution and character of Iron Age fortified sites across Tayside and Perthshire.

Fort, 320m NW of Kinkell Grange is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7729. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Fort, 320m NW of Kinkell Grange?

Fort, 320m NW of Kinkell Grange is a prehistoric fortified settlement situated in Perthshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7729.

Who is responsible for protecting Fort, 320m NW of Kinkell Grange?

Fort, 320m NW of Kinkell Grange 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 SM7729.

What other scheduled monuments are near Fort, 320m NW of Kinkell Grange?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Lochie, enclosure 350m SE of (5.3 km), Loaninghead, fort 350m NE of (5.8 km), Ogle Hill,fort (6 km).

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