Scheduled MonumentsScotlandUppat, homestead 800m SSE of
Homestead

Uppat, homestead 800m SSE of

Scotland
HES SM1887
Site type
Homestead
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Uppat homestead, situated approximately 800 metres south-south-east of Uppat in Sutherland, is an ancient settlement representing domestic occupation in the Scottish Highlands. The site comprises the physical remains of a homestead, likely dating to the medieval or early post-medieval period, though the precise chronology requires archaeological verification. Such homesteads are characteristic of dispersed settlement patterns across the Sutherland landscape, reflecting the agricultural and pastoral economy of their time. The site's archaeological record contributes to understanding of Highland settlement history and land use in this region during the medieval and early modern periods.

Uppat, homestead 800m SSE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM1887. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Uppat, homestead 800m SSE of?

Uppat homestead, situated approximately 800 metres south-south-east of Uppat in Sutherland, is an ancient settlement representing domestic occupation in the Scottish Highlands. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM1887.

Who is responsible for protecting Uppat, homestead 800m SSE of?

Uppat, homestead 800m 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 SM1887.

What other scheduled monuments are near Uppat, homestead 800m SSE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Carn Liath,broch 6400m ENE of Golspie (0.5 km), Dunrobin Wood,broch 600m NW of,Dunrobin Mains (3.1 km), Duchary Rock, fort (3.6 km).

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