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Shiel Rig is a prehistoric settlement located 650 metres north of Clerkhillgrain in Dumfriesshire, Scotland. The site comprises the remains of ancient structures characteristic of early settlement patterns in south-western Scotland, though precise dating and chronological attribution require reference to archaeological survey records and excavation evidence held by Historic Environment Scotland. The monument's designation within the Scheduled Monuments register reflects its archaeological significance as evidence of early human occupation and settlement organisation in the region. Further specific details regarding the site's physical layout, construction methods, and period of use would require consultation of the formal archaeological record maintained by HES.
Shiel Rig,settlement 650m N of Clerkhillgrain is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4384. View the official record →
Shiel Rig is a prehistoric settlement located 650 metres north of Clerkhillgrain in Dumfriesshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4384.
Shiel Rig,settlement 650m N of Clerkhillgrain 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 SM4384.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bogle Walls, fort (7.8 km), Tanlawhill,farmstead and cultivation remains 950m ESE of (7.9 km), Tanlawhill Cottages, farmstead 865 m E of (8 km).
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