Scheduled MonumentsScotlandInnis Errich,crannog 1100m SW of
Iron Age–Medieval · Crannog

Innis Errich,crannog 1100m SW of

Scotland
HES SM4185
Period
Iron Age–Medieval
Site type
Crannog
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Innis Errich is a crannog situated approximately 1100 metres south-west of Innis Errich in Argyllshire, Scotland. The site dates to the Iron Age through to the Medieval period, representing a substantial span of occupation and use. Crannogs of this region typically comprised artificial or semi-artificial islands constructed in freshwater lochs, serving as defensive settlements and providing strategic advantage through their water-based isolation. This particular example is recorded within the Historic Environment Scotland database under designation SM4185 and contributes to the archaeological understanding of settlement patterns and domestic life in western Scotland during these periods.

Innis Errich,crannog 1100m SW of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4185. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Innis Errich,crannog 1100m SW of?

Innis Errich is a crannog situated approximately 1100 metres south-west of Innis Errich in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4185.

What period does Innis Errich,crannog 1100m SW of date from?

Innis Errich,crannog 1100m SW of dates from the iron age–medieval period, and is classified as a crannog. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Innis Errich,crannog 1100m SW of?

Innis Errich,crannog 1100m 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 SM4185.

What other scheduled monuments are near Innis Errich,crannog 1100m SW of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Loch Awe,Carn Mhic Chealair,crannog (0.9 km), Loch Awe,Innis Errich,chapel & burial ground (1.1 km), Barr Mor,dun (1.4 km).

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