Scheduled MonumentsScotlandLangwell,fort and dun 500m WSW of
Iron Age · Fort and dun

Langwell,fort and dun 500m WSW of

Scotland
HES SM5302
Period
Iron Age
Site type
Fort and dun
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Langwell Fort and Dun is an Iron Age fortified settlement located approximately 500 metres west-southwest of Langwell in Ross-shire, in the Scottish Highlands. The site comprises both a fort and a dun, representing different phases or functions of occupation during the Iron Age period. The dual structures suggest a complex settlement pattern typical of northern Scottish Iron Age communities, where such fortified enclosures served defensive and administrative purposes. The monument remains an important example of Iron Age settlement archaeology in the far north of Scotland, contributing to understanding of contemporary society in this remote region.

Langwell,fort and dun 500m WSW of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5302. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Langwell,fort and dun 500m WSW of?

Langwell Fort and Dun is an Iron Age fortified settlement located approximately 500 metres west-southwest of Langwell in Ross-shire, in the Scottish Highlands. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5302.

What period does Langwell,fort and dun 500m WSW of date from?

Langwell,fort and dun 500m WSW of dates from the iron age period, and is classified as a fort and dun. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Langwell,fort and dun 500m WSW of?

Langwell,fort and dun 500m WSW 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 SM5302.

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