Scheduled MonumentsScotlandPortrigh Strip,earthwork
Earthwork

Portrigh Strip,earthwork

Scotland
HES SM3672
Site type
Earthwork
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Portrigh Strip is an ancient earthwork located in Argyllshire, Scotland, recorded in the Historic Environment Scotland database under the designation SM3672. The site consists of a linear earthwork feature whose precise dating and original function remain subjects of archaeological study. Such strip earthworks in the Scottish Highlands and Islands have been variously interpreted as medieval or later agricultural boundaries, defensive works, or ritual monuments, though the specific chronology and purpose of this particular example would require consultation of detailed archaeological surveys and excavation records. The monument's significance lies in its contribution to understanding land use and settlement patterns in Argyllshire during the medieval and early modern periods.

Portrigh Strip,earthwork is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3672. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Portrigh Strip,earthwork?

Portrigh Strip is an ancient earthwork located in Argyllshire, Scotland, recorded in the Historic Environment Scotland database under the designation SM3672. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3672.

Who is responsible for protecting Portrigh Strip,earthwork?

Portrigh Strip,earthwork 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 SM3672.

What other scheduled monuments are near Portrigh Strip,earthwork?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Airds Castle, 235m SE of Barncluith, Carradale (0.8 km), Carradale,fort,Kilbrannan Sound (1.3 km), Rudha nan Sgarbh,dun (4.1 km).

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