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Holywood cursus is a Neolithic ceremonial monument situated in Dumfriesshire, Scotland. The earthwork comprises parallel banks forming an elongated enclosure, a characteristic feature of cursus monuments which are thought to have served ritual or processional functions during the Neolithic period. The site measures approximately 1250 metres in length, making it a substantial example of this monument type. Cursus monuments are among the earliest monumental constructions in Britain, typically dating to the fourth millennium BC, and their exact purpose remains a matter of scholarly discussion, though they are generally associated with ceremonial activities and territorial demarcation.
Holywood, cursus 1250m SSE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4218. View the official record →
Holywood cursus is a Neolithic ceremonial monument situated in Dumfriesshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4218.
Holywood, cursus 1250m SSE 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 SM4218.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Twelve Apostles,stone circle (0.3 km), Holywood,cursus,linear earthwork,pit alignment & enclosures 975m SE of (0.5 km), Lincluden College, motte and precinct (2.5 km).
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