Scheduled MonumentsScotlandMyreside,henge,enclosure and barrows NW of
Bronze Age · Henge,enclosure and barrows

Myreside,henge,enclosure and barrows NW of

Scotland
HES SM5934
Period
Bronze Age
Site type
Henge,enclosure and barrows
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Myreside is a Bronze Age ceremonial complex located in Angus, Scotland, comprising a henge monument, an associated enclosure, and several barrows. The henge and its attendant earthworks date to the Bronze Age and represent the ritual and funerary practices characteristic of this period in eastern Scotland. The site demonstrates the investment in monumental construction typical of Bronze Age communities, with the henge serving as a focal point for ceremonial activities whilst the barrows functioned as burial monuments. The physical remains reflect the landscape organisation and settlement patterns of Bronze Age Angus, preserving evidence of both communal ritual practice and individual commemoration through burial.

Myreside,henge,enclosure and barrows NW of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5934. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Myreside,henge,enclosure and barrows NW of?

Myreside is a Bronze Age ceremonial complex located in Angus, Scotland, comprising a henge monument, an associated enclosure, and several barrows. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5934.

What period does Myreside,henge,enclosure and barrows NW of date from?

Myreside,henge,enclosure and barrows NW of dates from the bronze age period, and is classified as a henge,enclosure and barrows. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Myreside,henge,enclosure and barrows NW of?

Myreside,henge,enclosure and barrows NW 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 SM5934.

What other scheduled monuments are near Myreside,henge,enclosure and barrows NW of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Blackgate Smithy,stone circle (0.7 km), Restenneth Priory (0.8 km), Rob's Reed, homestead 485m ESE of Home Farm (1.1 km).

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