Scheduled MonumentsScotlandTollard House,rock carvings 60m SSE of
Rock carvings

Tollard House,rock carvings 60m SSE of

Scotland
HES SM5431
Site type
Rock carvings
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The rock carvings situated approximately 60 metres south-southeast of Tollard House in Argyllshire are among the prehistoric rock art deposits of the West Highland region. These carvings belong to the Bronze Age or earlier prehistoric period, representing a significant example of ancient rock art tradition in Scotland. The precise motifs and their condition reflect the long-term exposure of the carved stone surface to the Scottish climate. As documented within the Historic Environment Scotland record, these carvings contribute to understanding of prehistoric artistic practice and territorial marking in the region during the prehistoric era.

Tollard House,rock carvings 60m SSE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5431. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Tollard House,rock carvings 60m SSE of?

The rock carvings situated approximately 60 metres south-southeast of Tollard House in Argyllshire are among the prehistoric rock art deposits of the West Highland region. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5431.

Who is responsible for protecting Tollard House,rock carvings 60m SSE of?

Tollard House,rock carvings 60m SSE 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 SM5431.

What other scheduled monuments are near Tollard House,rock carvings 60m SSE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Toward Castle (1.5 km), Knockamillie Castle (3.6 km), Creag Bhreac,cairn 100m ESE of (3.9 km).

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