Scheduled MonumentsScotlandUnthank,settlement 300m NE of
Settlement

Unthank,settlement 300m NE of

Scotland
HES SM4736
Site type
Settlement
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Unthank is an ancient settlement located approximately 300 metres north-east of the present-day settlement of Unthank in Dumfriesshire, Scotland. The site represents a prehistoric or early historic occupation, though detailed phasing and chronological attribution require reference to primary archaeological records held by Historic Environment Scotland. The physical character of the settlement and its specific period of occupation are documented in the HES INSPIRE database record SM4736, which provides the authoritative designation for this monument. Further information regarding its archaeological significance and structural remains would require consultation of detailed survey records and any published excavation reports associated with the site.

Unthank,settlement 300m NE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4736. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Unthank,settlement 300m NE of?

Unthank is an ancient settlement located approximately 300 metres north-east of the present-day settlement of Unthank in Dumfriesshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4736.

Who is responsible for protecting Unthank,settlement 300m NE of?

Unthank,settlement 300m NE 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 SM4736.

What other scheduled monuments are near Unthank,settlement 300m NE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hoghill,settlements 250m ENE & 500m NNE of (5.3 km), Potholm,palisaded settlement 850m ENE of (7.4 km), Henwell,settlement 100m E of (7.5 km).

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