Scheduled MonumentsScotlandQuoyness, settlement 375m W of
Settlement

Quoyness, settlement 375m W of

Scotland
HES SM6816
Site type
Settlement
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Quoyness is an ancient settlement located approximately 375 metres west of Quoyness on the island of Sanday in Shetland, Scotland. The site represents evidence of early occupation in the Northern Isles, though detailed archaeological investigation and dating of the settlement remains limited in the scholarly record. The settlement's precise chronological attribution and specific material culture require reference to specialist archaeological surveys and excavation reports specific to this location. As with many dispersed archaeological sites in Shetland, Quoyness settlement contributes to understanding the broader pattern of human settlement and land use in the islands across successive periods.

Quoyness, settlement 375m W of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM6816. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Quoyness, settlement 375m W of?

Quoyness is an ancient settlement located approximately 375 metres west of Quoyness on the island of Sanday in Shetland, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM6816.

Who is responsible for protecting Quoyness, settlement 375m W of?

Quoyness, settlement 375m 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 SM6816.

What other scheduled monuments are near Quoyness, settlement 375m W of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Whiteness Junction,burnt mound 150m W of Stebbligrind (2 km), Wormadale Hill, standing stone 335m ENE of Kerith (2.3 km), Nesbister Hill, cairn 350m E of Wastower (3.3 km).

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