Scheduled MonumentsScotlandUpperton, fermtoun 300m WSW of
Fermtoun

Upperton, fermtoun 300m WSW of

Scotland
HES SM11848
Site type
Fermtoun
Nation
Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Upperton is a fermtoun situated approximately 300 metres west-south-west of Upperton in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. The site represents a settlement form characteristic of the medieval and early modern Scottish Highlands and north-east, where dispersed clusters of farm buildings served as the basic unit of agricultural organisation. Fermtouns of this period typically comprised multiple dwelling and working structures arranged around a shared space, reflecting communal land management practices. The archaeological record for such sites in Aberdeenshire indicates occupation spanning the medieval period into the early modern era, though the specific dating and developmental sequence at this location would require detailed archaeological investigation to establish with precision.

Upperton, fermtoun 300m WSW of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM11848. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Upperton, fermtoun 300m WSW of?

Upperton is a fermtoun situated approximately 300 metres west-south-west of Upperton in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM11848.

Who is responsible for protecting Upperton, fermtoun 300m WSW of?

Upperton, fermtoun 300m WSW 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 SM11848.

What other scheduled monuments are near Upperton, fermtoun 300m WSW of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Doune of Invernochty, motte (4.9 km), Colquhonnie Castle (5.3 km), Buchaam, souterrain, Forbestown (5.5 km).

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