Scheduled MonumentsScotlandKlibreck, chapel, cross-slab and settlement SE of
Medieval · Chapel, cross-slab and settlement

Klibreck, chapel, cross-slab and settlement SE of

Scotland
HES SM6592
Period
Medieval
Site type
Chapel, cross-slab and settlement
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Klibreck Chapel is a medieval religious site located in Sutherland in the Scottish Highlands, comprising a chapel structure, an associated cross-slab, and the remains of a settlement. The chapel represents a typical example of early medieval ecclesiastical provision in the far north of Scotland, reflecting the spread of Christianity through remote areas during the medieval period. The cross-slab, a carved stone monument, is characteristic of early medieval sculptural traditions in northern Scotland and provides evidence of the cultural and religious significance of the site. The associated settlement remains indicate that the chapel functioned within a broader community context, serving both spiritual and social functions for the local population.

Klibreck, chapel, cross-slab and settlement SE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM6592. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Klibreck, chapel, cross-slab and settlement SE of?

Klibreck Chapel is a medieval religious site located in Sutherland in the Scottish Highlands, comprising a chapel structure, an associated cross-slab, and the remains of a settlement. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM6592.

What period does Klibreck, chapel, cross-slab and settlement SE of date from?

Klibreck, chapel, cross-slab and settlement SE of dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a chapel, cross-slab and settlement. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Klibreck, chapel, cross-slab and settlement SE of?

Klibreck, chapel, cross-slab and settlement SE 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 SM6592.

What other scheduled monuments are near Klibreck, chapel, cross-slab and settlement SE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dun Creagach Island,broch,Loch Naver (2 km), Grummore, depopulated township, Loch Naver (2.8 km), Grummore, broch (3.2 km).

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