Scheduled MonumentsScotlandSidhean Cleite Thog,cairn and settlement,Scaliscro
Cairn and settlement,scaliscro

Sidhean Cleite Thog,cairn and settlement,Scaliscro

Scotland
HES SM5931
Site type
Cairn and settlement,scaliscro
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Sidhean Cleite Thog is a cairn and settlement site located at Scaliscro in Ross-shire, Scotland. The site comprises prehistoric remains dating to the Bronze Age and later periods, representing a significant example of ancient settlement activity in the north Scottish Highlands. The cairn structure and associated settlement traces indicate sustained occupation and burial practices characteristic of early Bronze Age communities in this region. The monument's designation by Historic Environment Scotland reflects its importance as evidence of prehistoric settlement patterns and ritual practices in Ross-shire.

Sidhean Cleite Thog,cairn and settlement,Scaliscro is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5931. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Sidhean Cleite Thog,cairn and settlement,Scaliscro?

Sidhean Cleite Thog is a cairn and settlement site located at Scaliscro in Ross-shire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5931.

Who is responsible for protecting Sidhean Cleite Thog,cairn and settlement,Scaliscro?

Sidhean Cleite Thog,cairn and settlement,Scaliscro 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 SM5931.

What other scheduled monuments are near Sidhean Cleite Thog,cairn and settlement,Scaliscro?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Airigh a'Sguir,beehive shielings (3.3 km), Aird Callanish,cairn 200m SW of,Crulivig (8.7 km), Carnan Beag, chambered cairn 350m SSW of, Hacklete, Great Bernera (9 km).

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