Scheduled MonumentsScotlandStirkfield,settlements and cultivation remains 1300m ESE of
Settlements and cultivation remains

Stirkfield,settlements and cultivation remains 1300m ESE of

Scotland
HES SM2939
Site type
Settlements and cultivation remains
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The settlements and cultivation remains located approximately 1300 metres east-south-east of Stirkfield in Peeblesshire are prehistoric and medieval archaeological features. The site comprises evidence of ancient settlement patterns and associated field systems that demonstrate the long-term exploitation and management of this upland landscape. The cultivation remains indicate agrarian activity spanning multiple periods, reflecting the sustained use of the Peeblesshire hills for pastoral and arable farming. Such scattered settlement sites with contemporary field evidence are characteristic of the archaeological record in the Scottish Borders, documenting the development of rural settlement strategies from prehistoric through to medieval times.

Stirkfield,settlements and cultivation remains 1300m ESE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM2939. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Stirkfield,settlements and cultivation remains 1300m ESE of?

The settlements and cultivation remains located approximately 1300 metres east-south-east of Stirkfield in Peeblesshire are prehistoric and medieval archaeological features. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM2939.

Who is responsible for protecting Stirkfield,settlements and cultivation remains 1300m ESE of?

Stirkfield,settlements and cultivation remains 1300m ESE 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 SM2939.

What other scheduled monuments are near Stirkfield,settlements and cultivation remains 1300m ESE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Glenholm Church (7.5 km), Glenholm,homestead 420m ESE of (7.7 km), Tweedford,cairn (7.9 km).

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