Scheduled MonumentsScotlandHardcroft,cairn 950m SE of
Cairn

Hardcroft,cairn 950m SE of

Scotland
HES SM4898
Site type
Cairn
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hardcroft Cairn, located approximately 950 metres south-east of Hardcroft in Wigtownshire, is a prehistoric funerary monument dating to the Neolithic or Bronze Age period. The cairn consists of a mound of stones constructed over a burial or ceremonial deposit, a form of monument widespread across Scotland during these prehistoric eras. Such cairns served as enduring markers of burial sites and were often located in prominent positions within the landscape. The monument is recorded within the national heritage database under the reference HES INSPIRE SM4898, reflecting its recognition as a site of archaeological significance within the region's prehistoric settlement pattern.

Hardcroft,cairn 950m SE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4898. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hardcroft,cairn 950m SE of?

Hardcroft Cairn, located approximately 950 metres south-east of Hardcroft in Wigtownshire, is a prehistoric funerary monument dating to the Neolithic or Bronze Age period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4898.

Who is responsible for protecting Hardcroft,cairn 950m SE of?

Hardcroft,cairn 950m SE 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 SM4898.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hardcroft,cairn 950m SE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Craig, cairn 700m SW of (4.4 km), Cascreugh Castle (5.2 km), Glenluce Abbey (5.7 km).

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