Scheduled MonumentsScotlandStralochy, palisaded enclosure 300m S of
Post-Medieval · Palisaded enclosure

Stralochy, palisaded enclosure 300m S of

Scotland
HES SM7128
Period
Post-Medieval
Site type
Palisaded enclosure
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Stralochy, palisaded enclosure 300m S of, is a Post-Medieval defensive structure located in Perthshire, Scotland. The site consists of a palisaded enclosure, a fortification type that remained in use during the Post-Medieval period despite the prevalence of stone-built defences elsewhere in Scotland. The enclosure's exact date within the Post-Medieval era and its specific historical context remain subjects for archaeological investigation, though its survival as an earthwork feature demonstrates the continued relevance of timber-based fortifications in rural Perthshire during this period.

Stralochy, palisaded enclosure 300m S of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7128. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Stralochy, palisaded enclosure 300m S of?

Stralochy, palisaded enclosure 300m S of, is a Post-Medieval defensive structure located in Perthshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM7128.

What period does Stralochy, palisaded enclosure 300m S of date from?

Stralochy, palisaded enclosure 300m S of dates from the post-medieval period, and is classified as a palisaded enclosure. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Stralochy, palisaded enclosure 300m S of?

Stralochy, palisaded enclosure 300m S 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 SM7128.

What other scheduled monuments are near Stralochy, palisaded enclosure 300m S of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Loak, standing stone 470m SSE of (7.9 km), Court Hill,cairn,Loak (8 km), Over Benchil, standing stone 100m WSW of (8.7 km).

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