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Burial mound

Wester Denoon,burial mound 950m W of

Scotland
HES SM4764
Site type
Burial mound
Nation
Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Wester Denoon is a Bronze Age burial mound located approximately 950 metres west of Wester Denoon in Angus, Scotland. The monument represents a funerary structure typical of the Bronze Age period, when such mounds were constructed to mark and commemorate the burial of individuals or small groups within prehistoric communities. The site is recorded within the national monuments record under HES INSPIRE reference SM4764, reflecting its recognition as a significant archaeological feature within the landscape of Angus. Though the mound's original dimensions and any internal structural features may have been modified by later disturbance or agricultural activity, its survival demonstrates the enduring archaeological value of Bronze Age funerary monuments in the region.

Wester Denoon,burial mound 950m W of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4764. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wester Denoon,burial mound 950m W of?

Wester Denoon is a Bronze Age burial mound located approximately 950 metres west of Wester Denoon in Angus, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4764.

Who is responsible for protecting Wester Denoon,burial mound 950m W of?

Wester Denoon,burial mound 950m W 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 SM4764.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wester Denoon,burial mound 950m W of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Unenclosed settlement 300m SW of Westwood (4.9 km), Balkello,standing stone (5.5 km), Wallace Tower (5.9 km).

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