Scheduled MonumentsScotlandSandyhall, unenclosed settlement 480m ESE of
Unenclosed settlement

Sandyhall, unenclosed settlement 480m ESE of

Scotland
HES SM7231
Site type
Unenclosed settlement
Nation
Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Sandyhall is an unenclosed settlement located approximately 480 metres east-south-east of its designated reference point in Perthshire, Scotland. The settlement dates to the prehistoric period and comprises dispersed domestic structures characteristic of Iron Age or earlier communities in the region. Unenclosed settlements of this type represent a significant phase of Scottish prehistory when settlements were established without defensive fortification, reflecting patterns of land use and social organisation across the Highland and lowland interface. The site contributes to understanding of settlement distribution and domestic life in Perthshire during the prehistoric era.

Sandyhall, unenclosed settlement 480m ESE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7231. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Sandyhall, unenclosed settlement 480m ESE of?

Sandyhall is an unenclosed settlement located approximately 480 metres east-south-east of its designated reference point in Perthshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7231.

Who is responsible for protecting Sandyhall, unenclosed settlement 480m ESE of?

Sandyhall, unenclosed settlement 480m ESE 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 SM7231.

What other scheduled monuments are near Sandyhall, unenclosed settlement 480m ESE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Easter Clunie, unenclosed settlement 400m NW of (5.5 km), Carpow,Roman fortress (5.7 km), Denmylne Castle 1600m SE of Newburgh (6.5 km).

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