Scheduled MonumentsScotlandNutholmhill, settlement 160m E of
Settlement

Nutholmhill, settlement 160m E of

Scotland
HES SM11922
Site type
Settlement
Nation
Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Nutholmhill settlement, located 160 metres east of Nutholmhill in Dumfriesshire, is an ancient settlement of prehistoric or early medieval date. The site comprises archaeological remains indicative of domestic occupation, though its precise chronology and cultural attribution require further investigation. Its designation within the Scottish archaeological record reflects its significance as evidence of settlement patterns in the southern uplands of Scotland. The monument's survival and scheduled protection acknowledges the importance of understanding subsistence and habitation practices during its period of occupation.

Nutholmhill, settlement 160m E of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM11922. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Nutholmhill, settlement 160m E of?

Nutholmhill settlement, located 160 metres east of Nutholmhill in Dumfriesshire, is an ancient settlement of prehistoric or early medieval date. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM11922.

Who is responsible for protecting Nutholmhill, settlement 160m E of?

Nutholmhill, settlement 160m 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 SM11922.

What other scheduled monuments are near Nutholmhill, settlement 160m E of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Mungo's Church, church and graveyard (0.9 km), Thistle cottage, fort 130m E of (2.9 km), Dalton, standing stone 25m WSW of Post Office (3 km).

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