Scheduled MonumentsScotlandFort, Barr Lagan
Barr lagan

Fort, Barr Lagan

Scotland
HES SM3502
Site type
Barr lagan
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Fort, Barr Lagan is a fortified settlement located in Argyllshire, Scotland. The site represents a defended position of strategic importance in the West Highland landscape, commanding views across the surrounding terrain. Dating evidence and structural characteristics indicate occupation during the medieval or early modern period, though the precise chronology requires further archaeological investigation. The fort's physical remains comprise earthwork defences typical of Scottish fortified settlements, reflecting the defensive needs of communities in this region during periods of territorial competition and clan activity.

Fort, Barr Lagan is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3502. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Fort, Barr Lagan?

Fort, Barr Lagan is a fortified settlement located in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3502.

Who is responsible for protecting Fort, Barr Lagan?

Fort, Barr Lagan 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 SM3502.

What other scheduled monuments are near Fort, Barr Lagan?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Barr Iola,fort 1350m E of Ballimore (0.7 km), Auchnaha, standing stone and long cairn 290m SE of (1 km), Strone,cairn 1210m NE of (1.2 km).

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