Scheduled MonumentsScotlandHillocks of Garth, burial mounds 70m SW of
Burial mounds

Hillocks of Garth, burial mounds 70m SW of

Scotland
HES SM1276
Site type
Burial mounds
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Hillocks of Garth is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Orkney, Scotland, situated approximately 70 metres south-west of Garth. The site comprises earthen mounds that represent funerary monuments typical of the Bronze Age period in the Northern Isles. These burial structures reflect the ritual practices and social organization of Bronze Age Orcadian communities. The monument is registered with Historic Environment Scotland under the reference SM1276.

Hillocks of Garth, burial mounds 70m SW of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM1276. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hillocks of Garth, burial mounds 70m SW of?

Hillocks of Garth is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Orkney, Scotland, situated approximately 70 metres south-west of Garth. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM1276.

Who is responsible for protecting Hillocks of Garth, burial mounds 70m SW of?

Hillocks of Garth, burial mounds 70m 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 SM1276.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hillocks of Garth, burial mounds 70m SW of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hillock of Garth, cairn 900m S of Garth (1 km), Broch of Lingro, broch (3.5 km), Earl's Palace, Kirkwall (3.5 km).

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