Scheduled MonumentsScotlandHarelaw Moor,earthwork 750m ENE of Barebreeks Wood
Earthwork 750m ene of barebreeks wood

Harelaw Moor,earthwork 750m ENE of Barebreeks Wood

Scotland
HES SM4499
Site type
Earthwork 750m ene of barebreeks wood
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Harelaw Moor is an ancient earthwork situated 750 metres east-north-east of Barebreeks Wood in Berwickshire, Scotland. The monument comprises an archaeological feature of considerable antiquity, though precise dating and functional interpretation require further investigation. The earthwork's location in the upland landscape of the Scottish Borders reflects the pattern of ancient settlement and activity characteristic of prehistoric and early historic periods in this region. As a scheduled monument under Historic Environment Scotland protection, the site remains of archaeological significance for understanding past land use and settlement patterns in the Merse.

Harelaw Moor,earthwork 750m ENE of Barebreeks Wood is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4499. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Harelaw Moor,earthwork 750m ENE of Barebreeks Wood?

Harelaw Moor is an ancient earthwork situated 750 metres east-north-east of Barebreeks Wood in Berwickshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4499.

Who is responsible for protecting Harelaw Moor,earthwork 750m ENE of Barebreeks Wood?

Harelaw Moor,earthwork 750m ENE of Barebreeks Wood 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 SM4499.

What other scheduled monuments are near Harelaw Moor,earthwork 750m ENE of Barebreeks Wood?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Harelaw Moor,farmstead 1500m NE of Barebreeks Wood (1.1 km), Halliburton,cairn 1300m N of (1.7 km), Blackcastle Rings,fort (2.9 km).

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