Scheduled MonumentsScotlandKirtlehead, unenclosed settlement 1850m N of
Unenclosed settlement

Kirtlehead, unenclosed settlement 1850m N of

Scotland
HES SM12621
Site type
Unenclosed settlement
Nation
Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Kirtlehead is an unenclosed settlement located approximately 1850 metres north of the named place in Dumfriesshire, Scotland. The site comprises the scattered remains of domestic structures characteristic of prehistoric or early medieval settlement patterns in the Scottish borders region. Such unenclosed settlements typically date to the Bronze Age or Iron Age periods, though settlement at such locations may have extended into later centuries. The lack of defensive enclosure suggests a community organised around pastoral or agricultural activities rather than fortified occupation.

Kirtlehead, unenclosed settlement 1850m N of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM12621. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Kirtlehead, unenclosed settlement 1850m N of?

Kirtlehead is an unenclosed settlement located approximately 1850 metres north of the named place in Dumfriesshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM12621.

Who is responsible for protecting Kirtlehead, unenclosed settlement 1850m N of?

Kirtlehead, unenclosed settlement 1850m N 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 SM12621.

What other scheduled monuments are near Kirtlehead, unenclosed settlement 1850m N of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Callisterhall,farmstead 400m NNE of (3.3 km), Birrens Hill, enclosure and farmstead 750m W of Carruthers (3.9 km), Minsca, settlement 295m WNW of (5.2 km).

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