Scheduled MonumentsScotlandNorth Glensannox,deserted settlement 900m W of North Sannox
Deserted settlement 900m w of north sannox

North Glensannox,deserted settlement 900m W of North Sannox

Scotland
HES SM3924
Site type
Deserted settlement 900m w of north sannox
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

North Glensannox is a deserted settlement located approximately 900 metres west of North Sannox in the parish of Bute, Scotland. The settlement comprises the remains of structures typical of medieval or early modern rural habitation in the Hebridean region, though the precise dating and extent of occupation require archaeological verification. Like many upland and island settlements in Scotland, North Glensannox was eventually abandoned, reflecting broader patterns of settlement reorganisation and land use change that affected rural communities from the medieval period onwards. The site is recorded in the Historic Environment Record under the designation HES INSPIRE SM3924.

North Glensannox,deserted settlement 900m W of North Sannox is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3924. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is North Glensannox,deserted settlement 900m W of North Sannox?

North Glensannox is a deserted settlement located approximately 900 metres west of North Sannox in the parish of Bute, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3924.

Who is responsible for protecting North Glensannox,deserted settlement 900m W of North Sannox?

North Glensannox,deserted settlement 900m W of North Sannox 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 SM3924.

What other scheduled monuments are near North Glensannox,deserted settlement 900m W of North Sannox?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Torr an t'Sean Chaisteil,fort,Sannox (0.5 km), North Sannox, cairn 420m E of (1.1 km), An Cnap,vitrified fort 250m N of Woodside Cottage (1.6 km).

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