Scheduled MonumentsScotlandLoddan, palisaded settlement 350m NW of summit
Palisaded settlement 350m nw of summit

Loddan, palisaded settlement 350m NW of summit

Scotland
HES SM10744
Site type
Palisaded settlement 350m nw of summit
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Loddan is a palisaded settlement located 350 metres northwest of the summit in Roxburghshire, Scotland. The site represents a form of defended domestic occupation characteristic of the Iron Age period in southern Scotland. Its construction involved the erection of substantial timber palisades, which would have served both defensive and demarcatory functions around the settlement area. Such palisaded enclosures are indicative of the social hierarchies and territorial concerns of Iron Age communities in the region.

Loddan, palisaded settlement 350m NW of summit is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM10744. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Loddan, palisaded settlement 350m NW of summit?

Loddan is a palisaded settlement located 350 metres northwest of the summit in Roxburghshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM10744.

Who is responsible for protecting Loddan, palisaded settlement 350m NW of summit?

Loddan, palisaded settlement 350m NW of summit 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 SM10744.

What other scheduled monuments are near Loddan, palisaded settlement 350m NW of summit?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Loddan, fort (0.3 km), Hindhope Hill,fort (1.5 km), Dere Street,Roman road,Blackhall Hill to Black Halls (3.2 km).

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