Scheduled MonumentsScotlandPitnacree,burial mound 350m NW of West Mains
Burial mound 350m nw of west mains

Pitnacree,burial mound 350m NW of West Mains

Scotland
HES SM6147
Site type
Burial mound 350m nw of west mains
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Pitnacree is a Bronze Age burial mound situated approximately 350 metres north-west of West Mains in Perthshire, Scotland. The monument survives as an earthwork of considerable archaeological interest, representing the funerary practices of prehistoric communities in the region. Such burial mounds, or cairns, are characteristic features of Bronze Age ceremonial and domestic landscapes across Scotland, typically containing inhumations or cremations accompanied by grave goods. The site's preservation as a scheduled monument reflects its significance for understanding Bronze Age settlement patterns and mortuary practices in central Scotland.

Pitnacree,burial mound 350m NW of West Mains is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM6147. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Pitnacree,burial mound 350m NW of West Mains?

Pitnacree is a Bronze Age burial mound situated approximately 350 metres north-west of West Mains in Perthshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM6147.

Who is responsible for protecting Pitnacree,burial mound 350m NW of West Mains?

Pitnacree,burial mound 350m NW of West Mains 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 SM6147.

What other scheduled monuments are near Pitnacree,burial mound 350m NW of West Mains?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Castle Dow,hut circles 1150m SSW of,950m S of & 1300m SSE of (3.4 km), Creag Eilid,settlements,field system and cairn 1000m ESE of (3.6 km), Balnaguard,settlements & field systems 1900m S of (3.9 km).

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