Scheduled MonumentsScotlandRaasay House,cross slab NNW of
Cross slab

Raasay House,cross slab NNW of

Scotland
HES SM2590
Site type
Cross slab
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Raasay House Cross Slab is an ancient carved stone cross located on the Isle of Raasay in Inverness-shire. The slab dates to the early medieval period, typical of the Christian monuments erected across the Scottish Hebrides during this era. As a decorated cross slab, it represents an important example of early Christian material culture in the region and reflects the religious practices and stone-working traditions of its time. The monument is situated in close proximity to Raasay House, a significant architectural landmark on the island.

Raasay House,cross slab NNW of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM2590. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Raasay House,cross slab NNW of?

Raasay House Cross Slab is an ancient carved stone cross located on the Isle of Raasay in Inverness-shire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM2590.

Who is responsible for protecting Raasay House,cross slab NNW of?

Raasay House,cross slab NNW 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 SM2590.

What other scheduled monuments are near Raasay House,cross slab NNW of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Raasay House,St Maol-Luag's Chapel,110m NE of (0.2 km), Raasay House, cross-incised slab & battery 310m SW of, Raasay (0.5 km), Cave of Oars,souterrain 250m SE of Raasay House (0.5 km).

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