Scheduled MonumentsScotlandMiddlebank House, souterrain 370m ENE of
Iron Age · Souterrain

Middlebank House, souterrain 370m ENE of

Scotland
HES SM8554
Period
Iron Age
Site type
Souterrain
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Middlebank House, souterrain 370m ENE of is an Iron Age underground stone-built structure located in Fife, Scotland. Souterrains of this type, typically constructed from stone and earth, are characteristic features of later Iron Age settlement in Scotland, generally dating to the last few centuries before the Roman period. The monument represents evidence of domestic occupation and the architectural practices of Iron Age communities in the region. Such structures, whether used for storage, refuge, or ritual purposes, provide important archaeological insight into the settlement patterns and building techniques of prehistoric Scotland.

Middlebank House, souterrain 370m ENE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM8554. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Middlebank House, souterrain 370m ENE of?

Middlebank House, souterrain 370m ENE of is an Iron Age underground stone-built structure located in Fife, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM8554.

What period does Middlebank House, souterrain 370m ENE of date from?

Middlebank House, souterrain 370m ENE of dates from the iron age period, and is classified as a souterrain. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Middlebank House, souterrain 370m ENE of?

Middlebank House, souterrain 370m ENE 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 SM8554.

What other scheduled monuments are near Middlebank House, souterrain 370m ENE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Earl Cairnie or Harlow Cairn,cairn,The Warrens (6.2 km), Abercorn Castle, remains of (7.2 km), Staneyhill Tower (7.3 km).

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