Scheduled MonumentsScotlandMeall Darroch, settlement, 90m SSW of Windy View
Settlement, 90m ssw of windy view

Meall Darroch, settlement, 90m SSW of Windy View

Scotland
HES SM5523
Site type
Settlement, 90m ssw of windy view
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Meall Darroch is a prehistoric settlement located approximately 90 metres south-south-west of Windy View in Argyllshire, Scotland. The site comprises archaeological remains indicative of early occupation patterns in the region, though detailed chronological and structural evidence specific to this location remains limited in published scholarly sources. As with many upland settlements in Argyllshire, the site likely represents evidence of pastoral or mixed subsistence activities during the prehistoric period. The settlement is recorded under Historic Environment Scotland's designation SM5523, ensuring its protection as a scheduled monument of archaeological importance.

Meall Darroch, settlement, 90m SSW of Windy View is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5523. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Meall Darroch, settlement, 90m SSW of Windy View?

Meall Darroch is a prehistoric settlement located approximately 90 metres south-south-west of Windy View in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5523.

Who is responsible for protecting Meall Darroch, settlement, 90m SSW of Windy View?

Meall Darroch, settlement, 90m SSW of Windy View 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 SM5523.

What other scheduled monuments are near Meall Darroch, settlement, 90m SSW of Windy View?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tarbert,medieval burgh & environs (1.2 km), Tarbert Castle (1.2 km), Escart, standing stones (3.5 km).

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