Scheduled MonumentsScotlandWestloch, settlement 400m SSE of
Settlement

Westloch, settlement 400m SSE of

Scotland
HES SM4450
Site type
Settlement
Nation
Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Westloch, settlement 400m SSE of, is an ancient settlement located in Berwickshire, Scotland. The site represents evidence of early human occupation in the Scottish Borders region, though detailed archaeological investigation and scholarly consensus regarding its precise chronology and cultural attribution remain limited in the published record. As with many unexcavated settlement sites in this area, the physical remains likely consist of surface features indicative of prehistoric or early historic activity, though the exact nature and extent of occupation require further archaeological study to establish definitive conclusions about its historical significance and date range.

Westloch, settlement 400m SSE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4450. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Westloch, settlement 400m SSE of?

Westloch, settlement 400m SSE of, is an ancient settlement located in Berwickshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4450.

Who is responsible for protecting Westloch, settlement 400m SSE of?

Westloch, settlement 400m 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 SM4450.

What other scheduled monuments are near Westloch, settlement 400m SSE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including East Reston, ring ditch 545m SSE of (7.2 km), Horn Burn, unenclosed settlement 375m NNW of and 265m N of (7.6 km), Horn Burn, settlement 635m W of (7.7 km).

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