Scheduled MonumentsScotlandMinsca, settlement 295m WNW of
Settlement

Minsca, settlement 295m WNW of

Scotland
HES SM12663
Site type
Settlement
Nation
Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Minsca, settlement 295m WNW of, is an ancient settlement in Dumfriesshire, Scotland. The site represents occupation of the landscape during the prehistoric or early historic period, though precise dating remains uncertain without systematic archaeological investigation. Settlement remains of this type in the Scottish Borders and Dumfriesshire region typically relate to Bronze Age or Iron Age occupation, or potentially to early medieval activity. The location and designation within the Historic Environment Records system indicates its recognition as a site of archaeological interest within the wider landscape of human settlement patterns in this region.

Minsca, settlement 295m WNW of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM12663. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Minsca, settlement 295m WNW of?

Minsca, settlement 295m WNW of, is an ancient settlement in Dumfriesshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM12663.

Who is responsible for protecting Minsca, settlement 295m WNW of?

Minsca, settlement 295m WNW 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 SM12663.

What other scheduled monuments are near Minsca, settlement 295m WNW of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman camp, 360m SE of East Lodge (6.3 km), Roman camp and henge, 260m NW of Broadlea (6.5 km), Roman fortlet, 110m southeast of 3 Broadlee Cottages (6.7 km).

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