Scheduled MonumentsScotlandRed Priest's Stone and burial ground 500m NNE of

Red Priest's Stone and burial ground 500m NNE of

Scotland
HES SM2721
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Overview

History & significance

Red Priest's Stone and burial ground is a Neolithic monument located in Sutherland, in the far north of Scotland. The site comprises a standing stone and an associated burial ground, reflecting the ritual and funerary practices of Neolithic communities in the northern Highlands. The standing stone itself is characteristic of the megalithic tradition that flourished during the Neolithic period, when such monuments served ceremonial and commemorative functions within prehistoric societies. The burial ground indicates sustained use of the location across time and underscores the sacred significance attributed to this landscape by successive generations of inhabitants.

Red Priest's Stone and burial ground 500m NNE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM2721. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Red Priest's Stone and burial ground 500m NNE of?

Red Priest's Stone and burial ground is a Neolithic monument located in Sutherland, in the far north of Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM2721.

Who is responsible for protecting Red Priest's Stone and burial ground 500m NNE of?

Red Priest's Stone and burial ground 500m NNE 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 SM2721.

What other scheduled monuments are near Red Priest's Stone and burial ground 500m NNE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dalvina Lodge,settlements 700m SSE of and 1050m S of (4.5 km), Dalvina Lodge,hut circle and field system 1130m SSW of (4.9 km), Dalvina Lodge,hut circle 1300m S of (4.9 km).

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