Scheduled MonumentsScotlandJordanstone, unenclosed settlement SW of
Unenclosed settlement

Jordanstone, unenclosed settlement SW of

Scotland
HES SM7261
Site type
Unenclosed settlement
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Jordanstone, unenclosed settlement SW of, is an ancient settlement located in Perthshire, Scotland, comprising structural remains characteristic of unenclosed domestic occupation. The site dates to the prehistoric or proto-historic period, representing a form of settlement organisation typical of earlier Iron Age or Bronze Age communities in Scotland. Unenclosed settlements of this type reflect populations who established permanent or semi-permanent residence without the defensive earthwork boundaries that characterise later fortified settlements. The physical remains at this location contribute to understanding patterns of settlement distribution and domestic life in medieval and earlier Perthshire.

Jordanstone, unenclosed settlement SW of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7261. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Jordanstone, unenclosed settlement SW of?

Jordanstone, unenclosed settlement SW of, is an ancient settlement located in Perthshire, Scotland, comprising structural remains characteristic of unenclosed domestic occupation. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7261.

Who is responsible for protecting Jordanstone, unenclosed settlement SW of?

Jordanstone, unenclosed settlement 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 SM7261.

What other scheduled monuments are near Jordanstone, unenclosed settlement SW of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Auchtertyre,barrow 300m NNW of (5.8 km), Kinpurnie Castle,cairn 400m WNW of (6.6 km), Wester Denhead, unenclosed settlement 120m E of (7.2 km).

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