Scheduled MonumentsScotlandSt John's Church, church, burial ground and carved stones, Killean
Medieval · Church, burial ground and carved stones, killean

St John's Church, church, burial ground and carved stones, Killean

Scotland
HES SM3030
Period
Medieval
Site type
Church, burial ground and carved stones, killean
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

St John's Church, church, burial ground and carved stones, Killean is a medieval ecclesiastical site located in Argyllshire, Scotland, comprising a church structure, associated burial ground, and a collection of carved stones. The church dates to the medieval period and represents an important example of local religious architecture and practice from that era. The site includes carved stones of archaeological significance, which contribute to understanding the material culture and artistic traditions of medieval Argyll. The burial ground reflects the church's role as a focal point for the community's religious and funerary practices throughout the medieval period and beyond.

St John's Church, church, burial ground and carved stones, Killean is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3030. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is St John's Church, church, burial ground and carved stones, Killean?

St John's Church, church, burial ground and carved stones, Killean is a medieval ecclesiastical site located in Argyllshire, Scotland, comprising a church structure, associated burial ground, and a collection of carved stones. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3030.

What period does St John's Church, church, burial ground and carved stones, Killean date from?

St John's Church, church, burial ground and carved stones, Killean dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a church, burial ground and carved stones, killean. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting St John's Church, church, burial ground and carved stones, Killean?

St John's Church, church, burial ground and carved stones, Killean 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 SM3030.

What other scheduled monuments are near St John's Church, church, burial ground and carved stones, Killean?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dun Domhnuill, dun 70m NNE of Seafield (3.9 km), Dunan Muasdale,dun (4.3 km), Low Clachaig,cup marked boulders 915m E of (4.4 km).

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