Scheduled MonumentsScotlandSlagachorrie, dun 835m NW of
Iron Age · Dun

Slagachorrie, dun 835m NW of

Scotland
HES SM11741
Period
Iron Age
Site type
Dun
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Slagachorrie dun is an Iron Age fortified settlement located in Nairnshire, Scotland, situated approximately 835 metres north-west of Slagachorrie itself. The monument represents a typical example of the dun class of Iron Age defensive structures found throughout northern Scotland, characterised by stone-built circular or oval enclosures. Such sites are generally dated to the later prehistoric period, spanning roughly the first millennium BCE through to the early centuries CE, and would have served as fortified residences for local populations during this era. The dun's construction and layout reflect the defensive requirements and social organisation of Iron Age communities in the Highlands and Northern Isles region.

Slagachorrie, dun 835m NW of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM11741. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Slagachorrie, dun 835m NW of?

Slagachorrie dun is an Iron Age fortified settlement located in Nairnshire, Scotland, situated approximately 835 metres north-west of Slagachorrie itself. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM11741.

What period does Slagachorrie, dun 835m NW of date from?

Slagachorrie, dun 835m NW of dates from the iron age period, and is classified as a dun. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Slagachorrie, dun 835m NW of?

Slagachorrie, dun 835m 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 SM11741.

What other scheduled monuments are near Slagachorrie, dun 835m NW of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Castle Findlay,fort (0.8 km), Laikenbuie, cairns 300m SSW of (1.5 km), Geddes House,ring ditches 700m SW of (2 km).

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