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Homestead

Tollishill,homestead 550m SW of

Scotland
HES SM4598
Site type
Homestead
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Tollishill Homestead is an ancient settlement located approximately 550 metres south-west of Tollishill in Berwickshire, Scotland. The site comprises the earthwork remains of a homestead structure, typical of prehistoric or early historic settlement patterns in the Scottish Borders region. Such homesteads represent domestic occupation and agricultural activity from periods prior to the medieval era, though the precise dating of this particular site requires archaeological investigation. The monument is recorded under Historic Environment Scotland's INSPIRE designation SM4598, indicating its recognition as a site of archaeological interest warranting protection and study.

Tollishill,homestead 550m SW of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4598. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Tollishill,homestead 550m SW of?

Tollishill Homestead is an ancient settlement located approximately 550 metres south-west of Tollishill in Berwickshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4598.

Who is responsible for protecting Tollishill,homestead 550m SW of?

Tollishill,homestead 550m SW 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 SM4598.

What other scheduled monuments are near Tollishill,homestead 550m SW of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Lylestone,settlement 1200m NE of (5.1 km), Overhowden,henge (5.9 km), Hartside, scooped homesteads 330m SSE of (6.1 km).

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