Scheduled MonumentsScotlandThieves Hill, deserted settlement 400m E of
Deserted settlement

Thieves Hill, deserted settlement 400m E of

Scotland
HES SM9666
Site type
Deserted settlement
Nation
Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Thieves Hill is a deserted settlement located approximately 400 metres east of its named reference point in Stirlingshire, Scotland. The site comprises the earthwork remains of a medieval or early modern settlement, identifiable through surface features including potential house platforms and field systems typical of Scottish rural communities. As a deserted settlement, it represents evidence of historical land use patterns and population movement in the region, though detailed dating and specific occupational phases remain dependent on archaeological investigation and documentary sources. The site is recorded within the Historic Environment Record and remains of archaeological significance for understanding the settlement patterns and land management of Stirlingshire during the medieval and early modern periods.

Thieves Hill, deserted settlement 400m E of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM9666. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Thieves Hill, deserted settlement 400m E of?

Thieves Hill is a deserted settlement located approximately 400 metres east of its named reference point in Stirlingshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM9666.

Who is responsible for protecting Thieves Hill, deserted settlement 400m E of?

Thieves Hill, deserted settlement 400m E 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 SM9666.

What other scheduled monuments are near Thieves Hill, deserted settlement 400m E of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Slamannan, motte (3.3 km), Avonhead Colliery, miners' row (3.5 km), Avonhead Colliery (4 km).

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