Scheduled MonumentsScotlandNorth Straiton, barrows, pits and building 160m W of
Barrows, pits and building

North Straiton, barrows, pits and building 160m W of

Scotland
HES SM6875
Site type
Barrows, pits and building
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

North Straiton, barrows, pits and building 160m W of, is a prehistoric and later settlement complex located in Fife, Scotland. The site comprises barrows, pits, and structural remains indicative of sustained human activity across multiple periods of occupation. The barrows represent funerary monuments of probable Bronze Age date, whilst the associated pits and building foundations suggest domestic or industrial activity at the location. This complex of features demonstrates the archaeological richness of the Fife landscape and the varied uses of this particular location from prehistoric times onwards.

North Straiton, barrows, pits and building 160m W of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM6875. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is North Straiton, barrows, pits and building 160m W of?

North Straiton, barrows, pits and building 160m W of, is a prehistoric and later settlement complex located in Fife, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM6875.

Who is responsible for protecting North Straiton, barrows, pits and building 160m W of?

North Straiton, barrows, pits and building 160m W 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 SM6875.

What other scheduled monuments are near North Straiton, barrows, pits and building 160m W of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Southfield, unenclosed settlement W of (2.1 km), Southfield, cropmarks E and SE of (2.9 km), Pusk Farm Cottages, ring-ditch & enclosures 250m NE of (3.2 km).

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