Scheduled MonumentsScotlandTiraghoil, standing stone 230m NW of
Bronze Age · Standing stone

Tiraghoil, standing stone 230m NW of

Scotland
HES SM10632
Period
Bronze Age
Site type
Standing stone
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Tiraghoil is a Bronze Age standing stone located in Argyllshire, Scotland, positioned approximately 230 metres north-west of the settlement of Tiraghoil. The monument consists of a single upright stone typical of the Bronze Age period, when such isolated standing stones were erected across Scotland, often serving ritual, territorial, or commemorative functions. The stone survives as evidence of prehistoric settlement and religious practice in the region, though like many such monuments, its precise original purpose remains uncertain. The site is registered with Historic Environment Scotland under the designation SM10632.

Tiraghoil, standing stone 230m NW of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM10632. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Tiraghoil, standing stone 230m NW of?

Tiraghoil is a Bronze Age standing stone located in Argyllshire, Scotland, positioned approximately 230 metres north-west of the settlement of Tiraghoil. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM10632.

What period does Tiraghoil, standing stone 230m NW of date from?

Tiraghoil, standing stone 230m NW of dates from the bronze age period, and is classified as a standing stone. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Tiraghoil, standing stone 230m NW of?

Tiraghoil, standing stone 230m NW 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 SM10632.

What other scheduled monuments are near Tiraghoil, standing stone 230m NW of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Suidhe, barrow and standing stones, Bunessan (1.8 km), Torr a' Chaisteil, fort 950m SSE of Pottie (2.7 km), An Caisteal, dun (3.6 km).

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