Scheduled MonumentsScotlandLylestone,settlement 1200m NE of
Settlement

Lylestone,settlement 1200m NE of

Scotland
HES SM4557
Site type
Settlement
Nation
Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Lylestone is an ancient settlement located approximately 1200 metres north-east of Lylestone in Berwickshire, Scotland. The site is recorded in the Historic Environment Scotland national record with the designation reference SM4557. As a settlement of prehistoric or early historic date, the site represents evidence of human occupation and settlement patterns in the Scottish Borders during periods prior to the medieval consolidation of settlement forms. The physical remains and archaeological character of the site contribute to understanding of land use and habitation in Berwickshire across the longue durée of Scottish settlement history.

Lylestone,settlement 1200m NE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4557. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Lylestone,settlement 1200m NE of?

Lylestone is an ancient settlement located approximately 1200 metres north-east of Lylestone in Berwickshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4557.

Who is responsible for protecting Lylestone,settlement 1200m NE of?

Lylestone,settlement 1200m 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 SM4557.

What other scheduled monuments are near Lylestone,settlement 1200m NE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Fort and settlement, Blackchester (3.3 km), Bowerhouse,fort 480m NW of (4.5 km), Trabrown,settlement 600m SW of (4.9 km).

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