Scheduled MonumentsScotlandHigh Finnich,mound 640m S of
Mound

High Finnich,mound 640m S of

Scotland
HES SM2568
Site type
Mound
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

High Finnich mound, 640 metres south of High Finnich in Stirlingshire, is a prehistoric earthwork of uncertain specific dating within the broader prehistoric period. The mound survives as a substantial earthen monument in the landscape, representing one of several such structures recorded in this region of central Scotland. Its precise function and chronology remain matters for archaeological interpretation, though such mounds in Stirlingshire commonly relate to Bronze Age or earlier activity. The site is recorded in the national monuments record and remains of archaeological interest as evidence of prehistoric settlement and land use patterns in the area.

High Finnich,mound 640m S of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM2568. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is High Finnich,mound 640m S of?

High Finnich mound, 640 metres south of High Finnich in Stirlingshire, is a prehistoric earthwork of uncertain specific dating within the broader prehistoric period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM2568.

Who is responsible for protecting High Finnich,mound 640m S of?

High Finnich,mound 640m S 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 SM2568.

What other scheduled monuments are near High Finnich,mound 640m S of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Stockie Muir,long cairn 2000m NNW of Burncrooks Reservoir (2.3 km), Quinlochmore, fort 450m E of Catythirsty Well (2.8 km), Queen's View, burnt mound 500m S of Catythirsty Well (2.8 km).

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