Scheduled MonumentsScotlandMains of Edzell, enclosure 170m NNW of
Post-Medieval · Enclosure

Mains of Edzell, enclosure 170m NNW of

Scotland
HES SM6573
Period
Post-Medieval
Site type
Enclosure
Nation
Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Mains of Edzell, enclosure 170m NNW of, is a post-medieval enclosure located in Angus, Scotland, situated approximately 170 metres north-north-west of the Mains of Edzell farmstead. The enclosure dates to the post-medieval period and represents the agricultural land management practices of early modern rural Scotland. Its physical character and precise functions are documented within the Scottish archaeological record under Historic Environment Scotland's designation reference SM6573. The site contributes to understanding the layout and organisation of post-medieval farming settlements in the Angus region.

Mains of Edzell, enclosure 170m NNW of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM6573. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Mains of Edzell, enclosure 170m NNW of?

Mains of Edzell, enclosure 170m NNW of, is a post-medieval enclosure located in Angus, Scotland, situated approximately 170 metres north-north-west of the Mains of Edzell farmstead. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM6573.

What period does Mains of Edzell, enclosure 170m NNW of date from?

Mains of Edzell, enclosure 170m NNW of dates from the post-medieval period, and is classified as a enclosure. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Mains of Edzell, enclosure 170m NNW of?

Mains of Edzell, enclosure 170m NNW 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 SM6573.

What other scheduled monuments are near Mains of Edzell, enclosure 170m NNW of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Keithock, Roman camp N of East Mains of Keithock (5.5 km), Mill of Balrownie,ring ditch 200m SE of (5.8 km), Belliehill, unenclosed settlement 350m NE of (5.8 km).

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