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Luchruban is a prehistoric and monastic settlement site located in Ross-shire, Scotland, comprising evidence of occupation spanning from prehistoric times through the medieval monastic period. The site demonstrates the long continuity of settlement and land use in this region of the Scottish Highlands, with archaeological deposits indicating activity across multiple distinct historical phases. The physical remains reflect both the domestic structures and religious infrastructure associated with these successive periods of occupation. This palimpsest of settlement activity makes Luchruban significant for understanding patterns of habitation and land management in northern Scotland from prehistoric times into the medieval era.
Luchruban,prehistoric and monastic settlements is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5878. View the official record →
Luchruban is a prehistoric and monastic settlement site located in Ross-shire, Scotland, comprising evidence of occupation spanning from prehistoric times through the medieval monastic period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5878.
Luchruban,prehistoric and monastic settlements 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 SM5878.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Teampull Ronaidh,chapel (1.7 km), Carnan a'Ghrodhair,souterrain (2.1 km), Teampull Pheadair,church,Swainbost (2.2 km).
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