Scheduled MonumentsScotlandLingness, prehistoric houses 740m NE of
Prehistoric houses

Lingness, prehistoric houses 740m NE of

Scotland
HES SM3660
Site type
Prehistoric houses
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Lingness is a prehistoric house site located approximately 740 metres northeast of Lingness on the Shetland Islands, Scotland. The site comprises structural remains dating to the prehistoric period, representing evidence of early settlement patterns in Shetland. The physical character of the remains reflects domestic occupation typical of prehistoric northern Scotland, though specific architectural details and precise dating require reference to archaeological survey records. The site is registered in the Historic Environment Record under the designation HES INSPIRE SM3660, indicating its recognition as a heritage monument of archaeological significance.

Lingness, prehistoric houses 740m NE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3660. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Lingness, prehistoric houses 740m NE of?

Lingness is a prehistoric house site located approximately 740 metres northeast of Lingness on the Shetland Islands, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3660.

Who is responsible for protecting Lingness, prehistoric houses 740m NE of?

Lingness, prehistoric houses 740m NE 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 SM3660.

What other scheduled monuments are near Lingness, prehistoric houses 740m NE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Trowie Loch, burnt mound complex 225m WSW of Vadill Cottage (1.9 km), The Burrian, broch 105m NE of Benston (2.3 km), Broch of Benston, broch 380m NW of Nesting Primary School (2.7 km).

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