Scheduled MonumentsScotlandTarfside, cross-incised stone 650m W of St Drostan
Cross-incised stone 650m w of st drostan

Tarfside, cross-incised stone 650m W of St Drostan

Scotland
HES SM160
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Cross-incised stone 650m w of st drostan
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Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Tarfside, cross-incised stone is a Pictish symbol stone located approximately 650 metres west of St Drostan's Church in Angus, Scotland. The stone bears incised cross decoration characteristic of Pictish Christian monuments, dating to the early medieval period, likely between the 7th and 9th centuries. As a cross-marked stone, it represents evidence of Christian conversion among Pictish communities in eastern Scotland during this era. The monument forms part of the archaeological record of Pictish religious practice and settlement in the Tayside region.

Tarfside, cross-incised stone 650m W of St Drostan is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM160. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Tarfside, cross-incised stone 650m W of St Drostan?

Tarfside, cross-incised stone is a Pictish symbol stone located approximately 650 metres west of St Drostan's Church in Angus, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM160.

Who is responsible for protecting Tarfside, cross-incised stone 650m W of St Drostan?

Tarfside, cross-incised stone 650m W of St Drostan 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 SM160.

What other scheduled monuments are near Tarfside, cross-incised stone 650m W of St Drostan?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Mile Cairn, 860m NNE of Ardoch (2.6 km), Invermark Castle and township 220m SW of House of Mark (4.3 km).

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