Scheduled MonumentsScotlandKilmore, church and burial ground
Medieval · Church and burial ground

Kilmore, church and burial ground

Scotland
HES SM10705
Period
Medieval
Site type
Church and burial ground
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Kilmore is a medieval church and burial ground situated in Argyllshire, Scotland. The site represents an important ecclesiastical settlement from the medieval period, reflecting the religious and social organization of the West Highlands during this era. The burial ground preserves evidence of continued use across centuries, indicating the site's enduring significance to local communities. As a designated monument, Kilmore contributes to our understanding of medieval church settlement patterns and burial practices in the region.

Kilmore, church and burial ground is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM10705. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Kilmore, church and burial ground?

Kilmore is a medieval church and burial ground situated in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM10705.

What period does Kilmore, church and burial ground date from?

Kilmore, church and burial ground dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a church and burial ground. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Kilmore, church and burial ground?

Kilmore, church and burial ground 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 SM10705.

What other scheduled monuments are near Kilmore, church and burial ground?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Kilmore,standing stones 230m SE of (0.3 km), Cnoc Fada standing stones, Dervaig, Mull (0.4 km), Torr a' Mhanaich, fort (0.8 km).

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