Scheduled MonumentsScotlandNelson Monument,inscribed stone,Taynuilt
Inscribed stone,taynuilt

Nelson Monument,inscribed stone,Taynuilt

Scotland
HES SM4077
Site type
Inscribed stone,taynuilt
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Nelson Monument is a standing stone located at Taynuilt in Argyllshire, Scotland. The monument bears an inscribed surface, indicating its use as a commemorative or marker stone within the local landscape. The stone's precise dating and original purpose remain matters of archaeological study, though its designation within the scheduled monuments record reflects its recognised historical importance to the region. The inscribed character of the stone suggests it held significance sufficient to warrant formal marking or naming in the historical record of the area.

Nelson Monument,inscribed stone,Taynuilt is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4077. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Nelson Monument,inscribed stone,Taynuilt?

Nelson Monument is a standing stone located at Taynuilt in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4077.

Who is responsible for protecting Nelson Monument,inscribed stone,Taynuilt?

Nelson Monument,inscribed stone,Taynuilt 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 SM4077.

What other scheduled monuments are near Nelson Monument,inscribed stone,Taynuilt?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dun Mhuirageul,dun SE of Taynuilt (1.3 km), Cladh na h'Annaid, burial ground 280m SE of Corachie Farm (2 km), Barguillean Farm,dun 250m SSW of (3.6 km).

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