Scheduled MonumentsScotlandGreenhill, broch 60m NE of
Iron Age · Broch

Greenhill, broch 60m NE of

Scotland
HES SM557
Period
Iron Age
Site type
Broch
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Greenhill Broch is an Iron Age defensive structure located in Caithness, northern Scotland. The monument comprises a hollow-walled circular tower typical of the broch form, a settlement type distinctive to the Scottish Iron Age and dating to approximately the first centuries BC and AD. Although now in ruinous condition, the broch's surviving masonry demonstrates the sophisticated dry-stone construction techniques employed in Iron Age Scotland. Such structures are believed to have served as high-status residences and strongholds, providing their inhabitants with both defensive capability and a visible demonstration of power within the landscape.

Greenhill, broch 60m NE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM557. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Greenhill, broch 60m NE of?

Greenhill Broch is an Iron Age defensive structure located in Caithness, northern Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM557.

What period does Greenhill, broch 60m NE of date from?

Greenhill, broch 60m NE of dates from the iron age period, and is classified as a broch. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Greenhill, broch 60m NE of?

Greenhill, broch 60m NE 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 SM557.

What other scheduled monuments are near Greenhill, broch 60m NE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Mid Clyth, cross slab 130m E of Greenhill (0.1 km), Hill o'Many Stanes,stone rows (1.1 km), Bruan, broch 85m SW of Tulloch Lea (2.7 km).

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