Scheduled MonumentsScotlandPrehistoric settlement, 470m NE of Andrew's Wood
470m ne of andrew's wood

Prehistoric settlement, 470m NE of Andrew's Wood

Scotland
HES SM4498
Site type
470m ne of andrew's wood
Nation
Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Prehistoric settlement, 470m NE of Andrew's Wood is a scattered settlement site located in Berwickshire, Scotland, situated approximately 470 metres north-east of Andrew's Wood. The site comprises archaeological traces of prehistoric occupation, though the precise dating and extent of the settlement remain subject to archaeological interpretation. Such settlements in the Berwickshire region typically reflect patterns of early human habitation in the Scottish Borders during the prehistory period. The site is recorded in the Historic Environment Scotland INSPIRE database under reference SM4498, indicating its recognition as a heritage monument of archaeological significance.

Prehistoric settlement, 470m NE of Andrew's Wood is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4498. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Prehistoric settlement, 470m NE of Andrew's Wood?

Prehistoric settlement, 470m NE of Andrew's Wood is a scattered settlement site located in Berwickshire, Scotland, situated approximately 470 metres north-east of Andrew's Wood. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4498.

Who is responsible for protecting Prehistoric settlement, 470m NE of Andrew's Wood?

Prehistoric settlement, 470m NE of Andrew's Wood 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 SM4498.

What other scheduled monuments are near Prehistoric settlement, 470m NE of Andrew's Wood?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Addinston,fort 500m NNE of (4.4 km), Kirktonhill,fort 400m WSW of (4.8 km), Hartside, scooped homesteads 330m SSE of (5.6 km).

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