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Loedebest is a prehistoric settlement and post-medieval enclosure located approximately 1400 metres west-south-west of its reference point in Caithness, Scotland. The site demonstrates evidence of occupation spanning multiple periods, with prehistoric settlement remains underlying later post-medieval land use and enclosure features. The physical character of the monument reflects the long history of human activity in the area, combining archaeological evidence from early occupation phases with the more visible structural remains of the post-medieval period. The site is recorded within the Historic Environment Scotland Scheduled Monument database under reference SM5254, indicating its recognised significance for understanding settlement patterns and land use in northern Scotland across diverse historical periods.
Loedebest,prehistoric settlement and post medieval enclosure 1400m WSW is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5254. View the official record →
Loedebest is a prehistoric settlement and post-medieval enclosure located approximately 1400 metres west-south-west of its reference point in Caithness, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5254.
Loedebest,prehistoric settlement and post medieval enclosure 1400m WSW dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a prehistoric settlement and post medieval enclosure. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.
Loedebest,prehistoric settlement and post medieval enclosure 1400m WSW 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 SM5254.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Rinsary, broch and post-medieval farmstead 300m SSW of, Berriedale (8.5 km), Langwell Castle or Achastle,230m E of Langwell House (9.1 km), Berriedale Castle (9.3 km).
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