Scheduled MonumentsScotlandKillocraw, cairn 640m E of
Cairn

Killocraw, cairn 640m E of

Scotland
HES SM3647
Site type
Cairn
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Killocraw, cairn 640m E of, is a prehistoric burial cairn situated in Argyllshire, Scotland. The monument consists of a substantial heap of stones typical of Bronze Age funerary practice in the Scottish Highlands, constructed to mark and contain human remains. Its precise dating and original dimensions remain subjects of archaeological assessment, though its morphology and location are consistent with the cairnfield traditions documented across the region from the later Neolithic and Bronze Age periods. The cairn survives as an important example of the funerary archaeology of ancient Argyll, contributing to understanding of prehistoric settlement and ritual practices in this area.

Killocraw, cairn 640m E of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3647. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Killocraw, cairn 640m E of?

Killocraw, cairn 640m E of, is a prehistoric burial cairn situated in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3647.

Who is responsible for protecting Killocraw, cairn 640m E of?

Killocraw, cairn 640m E 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 SM3647.

What other scheduled monuments are near Killocraw, cairn 640m E of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Balnagleck, dun 350m NE of (5.6 km), Highpark,standing stone (5.6 km), Kilchenzie Church,church & tombstones (5.8 km).

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