Scheduled MonumentsScotlandGlenn Beag or Hell's Glen, kiln, structures and rock art, 890m NE of Cruach nam Mult
Kiln, structures and rock art, 890m ne of cruach nam mult

Glenn Beag or Hell's Glen, kiln, structures and rock art, 890m NE of Cruach nam Mult

Scotland
HES SM3498
Site type
Kiln, structures and rock art, 890m ne of cruach nam mult
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Glenn Beag is a Bronze Age and later archaeological site located approximately 890 metres north-east of Cruach nam Mult in Argyllshire, Scotland. The site comprises evidence of ancient kilns, structural remains, and rock art that testify to its use over an extended period of occupation. The rock art element indicates Prehistoric activity, whilst the kiln structures suggest later exploitation of the location for industrial or domestic purposes, possibly extending into the medieval period. The combination of features at Glenn Beag makes it of significance for understanding the long-term use of upland areas in Argyll.

Glenn Beag or Hell's Glen, kiln, structures and rock art, 890m NE of Cruach nam Mult is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3498. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Glenn Beag or Hell's Glen, kiln, structures and rock art, 890m NE of Cruach nam Mult?

Glenn Beag is a Bronze Age and later archaeological site located approximately 890 metres north-east of Cruach nam Mult in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3498.

Who is responsible for protecting Glenn Beag or Hell's Glen, kiln, structures and rock art, 890m NE of Cruach nam Mult?

Glenn Beag or Hell's Glen, kiln, structures and rock art, 890m NE of Cruach nam Mult 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 SM3498.

What other scheduled monuments are near Glenn Beag or Hell's Glen, kiln, structures and rock art, 890m NE of Cruach nam Mult?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ardno,cairn 820m ESE of (2.5 km), Tinkers' Heart, Scottish Travellers' commemorative monument 820m E of Ardno (2.7 km), Achadunan,motte 540m NNE of (7.7 km).

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