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Earthwork

Harehope,earthwork SW of

Scotland
HES SM3237
Site type
Earthwork
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Harehope Earthwork is an ancient fortified settlement located southwest of Harehope in Peeblesshire, Scotland. The site comprises a defensive earthwork of Iron Age date, featuring characteristics typical of prehistoric settlement enclosures in the Borders region. Its physical remains consist of banks and ditches that would have served both defensive and demarcatory functions for the community occupying the site. The monument represents an important example of Iron Age settlement patterns in southern Scotland, contributing to understanding of indigenous population distribution and social organization during this period.

Harehope,earthwork SW of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3237. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Harehope,earthwork SW of?

Harehope Earthwork is an ancient fortified settlement located southwest of Harehope in Peeblesshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3237.

Who is responsible for protecting Harehope,earthwork SW of?

Harehope,earthwork SW 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 SM3237.

What other scheduled monuments are near Harehope,earthwork SW of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hog's Knowe,settlement 400m WNW of Glenternie House (7.3 km), Cademuir, earthwork 360m SE of (8 km), Castlehill,tower (8.6 km).

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