Scheduled MonumentsScotlandShielburn,settlement 350m NW of
Settlement

Shielburn,settlement 350m NW of

Scotland
HES SM4372
Site type
Settlement
Nation
Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Shielburn settlement, located 350 metres north-west of Shielburn in Dumfriesshire, is an ancient settlement of archaeological significance in south-west Scotland. The site is recorded in the Historic Environment Scotland database under reference SM4372 and represents evidence of early settlement activity in the region. The settlement's precise dating and physical characteristics require reference to archaeological survey records, though such sites in Dumfriesshire typically reflect patterns of occupation spanning the prehistoric and early historic periods. The designation reflects its importance to understanding settlement distribution and land use in this part of the Scottish Borders and Dumfries region.

Shielburn,settlement 350m NW of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4372. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Shielburn,settlement 350m NW of?

Shielburn settlement, located 350 metres north-west of Shielburn in Dumfriesshire, is an ancient settlement of archaeological significance in south-west Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4372.

Who is responsible for protecting Shielburn,settlement 350m NW of?

Shielburn,settlement 350m NW 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 SM4372.

What other scheduled monuments are near Shielburn,settlement 350m NW of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Callisterhall,cairn 2550m NNE of (8 km), Kirtlehead, unenclosed settlement 1850m N of (8 km), Greencleuch Cottage, settlement 1550m NNW of (8.1 km).

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