Scheduled MonumentsScotlandSouthfield, cropmarks E and SE of
Cropmarks e and

Southfield, cropmarks E and SE of

Scotland
HES SM5065
Site type
Cropmarks e and
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Southfield, cropmarks E and SE of, is a prehistoric settlement site located in Fife, Scotland, identified through aerial survey evidence. The cropmarks visible from above reveal the presence of archaeological features dating to the Iron Age, indicating a phase of occupation during the later prehistoric period. The site's existence has been documented through remote sensing techniques that have mapped the subsurface remains without extensive excavation, contributing to understanding of settlement patterns in Fife during the first millennium before Christ.

Southfield, cropmarks E and SE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5065. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Southfield, cropmarks E and SE of?

Southfield, cropmarks E and SE of, is a prehistoric settlement site located in Fife, Scotland, identified through aerial survey evidence. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5065.

Who is responsible for protecting Southfield, cropmarks E and SE of?

Southfield, cropmarks E and SE 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 SM5065.

What other scheduled monuments are near Southfield, cropmarks E and SE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Pusk Farm Cottages, ring-ditch & enclosures 250m NE of (0.6 km), Southfield, unenclosed settlement W of (0.8 km), Leuchars Castle, settlement 200m and 400m W of and 240m WNW of (0.9 km).

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