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Remains of timber buildings

Moncur, remains of timber buildings 400m WSW of

Scotland
HES SM7202
Site type
Remains of timber buildings
Nation
Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The remains of timber buildings at Moncur, located approximately 400 metres west-south-west of the settlement, comprise archaeological evidence of prehistoric occupation in Perthshire. The site consists of structural remains indicative of timber construction techniques characteristic of early periods of human habitation in Scotland, though the precise dating and cultural attribution require assessment through archaeological investigation. The survival of such timber-built structures as archaeological features is relatively uncommon, making this site of particular interest for understanding settlement patterns and building practices in the region during the prehistoric period. The monument is recorded within the Historic Environment Record under designation SM7202.

Moncur, remains of timber buildings 400m WSW of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7202. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Moncur, remains of timber buildings 400m WSW of?

The remains of timber buildings at Moncur, located approximately 400 metres west-south-west of the settlement, comprise archaeological evidence of prehistoric occupation in Perthshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7202.

Who is responsible for protecting Moncur, remains of timber buildings 400m WSW of?

Moncur, remains of timber buildings 400m WSW 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 SM7202.

What other scheduled monuments are near Moncur, remains of timber buildings 400m WSW of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including South Inchmichael, unenclosed settlement N of (5.1 km), Rait Hill, fort (5.7 km), Rait,old parish church (5.9 km).

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