Scheduled MonumentsScotlandRispain Camp

Rispain Camp

Scotland
HES SM90248
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Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Rispain Camp is a prehistoric hillforted settlement located in Wigtownshire, south-west Scotland. The site comprises an enclosed settlement of Iron Age date, defended by substantial earthwork ramparts that are still visible in the modern landscape. The monument occupies a strategic hilltop position, affording commanding views of the surrounding terrain, consistent with the defensive and settlement functions of contemporary fortified settlements in south-west Scotland during the later prehistoric period.

Rispain Camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM90248. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Rispain Camp?

Rispain Camp is a prehistoric hillforted settlement located in Wigtownshire, south-west Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM90248.

Who is responsible for protecting Rispain Camp?

Rispain Camp 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 SM90248.

What other scheduled monuments are near Rispain Camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Whithorn Priory, monastic settlement and priory (1.5 km), Glasserton,cup & ring marked rocks (3.5 km), Little Balsmith,standing stone (3.7 km).

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