Scheduled MonumentsScotlandMains of Inchture, prehistoric and later settlement and enclosures
Post-Medieval · Prehistoric and later settlement and enclosures

Mains of Inchture, prehistoric and later settlement and enclosures

Scotland
HES SM7205
Period
Post-Medieval
Site type
Prehistoric and later settlement and enclosures
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Mains of Inchture is a prehistoric and later settlement and enclosures complex located in Perthshire, Scotland. The site comprises archaeological remains spanning multiple periods of occupation, from prehistoric times through to later medieval and post-medieval phases. The physical remains include enclosure boundaries and settlement features that provide evidence of sustained human activity across a considerable timespan. This multi-period site contributes to understanding settlement patterns and land use strategies in central Scotland from early prehistory onwards.

Mains of Inchture, prehistoric and later settlement and enclosures is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7205. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Mains of Inchture, prehistoric and later settlement and enclosures?

Mains of Inchture is a prehistoric and later settlement and enclosures complex located in Perthshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7205.

What period does Mains of Inchture, prehistoric and later settlement and enclosures date from?

Mains of Inchture, prehistoric and later settlement and enclosures dates from the post-medieval period, and is classified as a prehistoric and later settlement and enclosures. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Mains of Inchture, prehistoric and later settlement and enclosures?

Mains of Inchture, prehistoric and later settlement and enclosures 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 SM7205.

What other scheduled monuments are near Mains of Inchture, prehistoric and later settlement and enclosures?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including South Inchmichael, unenclosed settlement N of (4.9 km), Rait Hill, fort (5.6 km), Rait,old parish church (5.9 km).

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