Scheduled MonumentsScotlandGarrisdale,hut circle 870m SSE of
Hut circle

Garrisdale,hut circle 870m SSE of

Scotland
HES SM5905
Site type
Hut circle
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Garrisdale, hut circle 870m SSE of, is a prehistoric domestic structure located in Argyllshire, Scotland. The site comprises the remains of a circular or sub-circular dwelling that dates to the Bronze Age or Iron Age period, representing evidence of early settlement patterns in the West Highlands. The hut circle survives as a low earthwork with a discernible circular ground plan, typical of domestic structures from this era in northern Britain. Such structures are significant for understanding prehistoric settlement organisation and the domestic life of communities in Scottish upland regions during the later prehistoric period.

Garrisdale,hut circle 870m SSE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5905. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Garrisdale,hut circle 870m SSE of?

Garrisdale, hut circle 870m SSE of, is a prehistoric domestic structure located in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5905.

Who is responsible for protecting Garrisdale,hut circle 870m SSE of?

Garrisdale,hut circle 870m SSE 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 SM5905.

What other scheduled monuments are near Garrisdale,hut circle 870m SSE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Garrisdale,hut circle 430m SSW of (0.8 km), Dun Channa,fort,Canna (1.2 km), Sgorr nam Ban-naomha, cashel (1.3 km).

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