Scheduled MonumentsScotlandKilbraur, broch 135m SSW of
Iron Age · Broch

Kilbraur, broch 135m SSW of

Scotland
HES SM13646
Period
Iron Age
Site type
Broch
Nation
Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Kilbraur broch is an Iron Age stone tower situated in Sutherland in the Scottish Highlands. The structure dates to the Iron Age period, representing the distinctive broch architectural tradition that flourished in northern and western Scotland during the first centuries before and after the Common Era. The site lies approximately 135 metres south-southwest of Kilbraur and survives as a substantial ruined monument, preserving evidence of the characteristic double-walled construction typical of broch fortifications. These impressive circular towers served defensive and possibly prestige functions within Iron Age societies, and their distribution across northern Scotland reflects important settlement patterns and social organisation of the period.

Kilbraur, broch 135m SSW of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM13646. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Kilbraur, broch 135m SSW of?

Kilbraur broch is an Iron Age stone tower situated in Sutherland in the Scottish Highlands. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM13646.

What period does Kilbraur, broch 135m SSW of date from?

Kilbraur, broch 135m SSW of dates from the iron age period, and is classified as a broch. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Kilbraur, broch 135m SSW of?

Kilbraur, broch 135m SSW 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 SM13646.

What other scheduled monuments are near Kilbraur, broch 135m SSW of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Kilbraur,hut circle & clearance cairns 270m SW of (0.1 km), Ascoile, earthwork 890m SE of (1.1 km), Balnacoil Hill,cairn 530m NE of Balnacoil Lodge,Strath Brora (2.1 km).

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