Scheduled MonumentsScotlandNewbigging,earthwork 400m E of
Earthwork

Newbigging,earthwork 400m E of

Scotland
HES SM4879
Site type
Earthwork
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Newbigging earthwork is an ancient monument situated approximately four hundred metres east of Newbigging in Kincardineshire, Scotland. The site consists of an earthwork whose precise chronological attribution and functional purpose remain subjects of archaeological assessment, though such features in this region often derive from prehistoric or early medieval periods. The monument's physical character and state of preservation have been recorded within the Scottish national heritage inventory system, making it a point of archaeological interest within the local landscape. Further detailed investigation would be required to establish definitive dating and cultural context for this particular site.

Newbigging,earthwork 400m E of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4879. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Newbigging,earthwork 400m E of?

Newbigging earthwork is an ancient monument situated approximately four hundred metres east of Newbigging in Kincardineshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4879.

Who is responsible for protecting Newbigging,earthwork 400m E of?

Newbigging,earthwork 400m E 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 SM4879.

What other scheduled monuments are near Newbigging,earthwork 400m E of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cheynehill Wood,enclosures & field ststems 750m N of Hillhead (1.7 km), Cowie Line, pill box & anti-tank blocks 450m W of Ury House (2.2 km), Cowie Line, pill boxes & anti-tank blocks 200m SW-275m SE of Ury House (2.7 km).

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