Scheduled MonumentsScotlandIslay House, cross shaft 340m SSE of
Cross shaft

Islay House, cross shaft 340m SSE of

Scotland
HES SM2359
Site type
Cross shaft
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Islay House, cross shaft 340m SSE of is a medieval stone cross shaft located in Argyllshire, Scotland. The monument dates to the early medieval period and represents the tradition of carved stone crosses that were prominent in the western regions of Scotland during this era. Such cross shafts typically served religious, commemorative, or territorial functions within their communities. The shaft survives as an important example of early medieval carved stonework in the region, contributing to understanding of material culture and Christian practice in medieval Argyll.

Islay House, cross shaft 340m SSE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM2359. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Islay House, cross shaft 340m SSE of?

Islay House, cross shaft 340m SSE of is a medieval stone cross shaft located in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM2359.

Who is responsible for protecting Islay House, cross shaft 340m SSE of?

Islay House, cross shaft 340m 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 SM2359.

What other scheduled monuments are near Islay House, cross shaft 340m SSE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bridgend,Killarow old parish church and burial ground 200m N of (0.1 km), Bridgend,fort and cist,100m SE of Bridgend Hotel,Islay (0.3 km), Newton House,barrows and enclosures NW of,Islay (0.7 km).

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