Scheduled MonumentsScotlandWestside, unenclosed settlement 620m E of Westside Cottages
Unenclosed settlement 620m e of westside cottages

Westside, unenclosed settlement 620m E of Westside Cottages

Scotland
HES SM6368
Site type
Unenclosed settlement 620m e of westside cottages
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Westside is an unenclosed settlement located 620 metres east of Westside Cottages in Angus, Scotland. The site comprises scattered domestic structures characteristic of prehistoric or early historic settlement patterns in eastern Scotland, representing a form of occupation without formal boundary features or defensive works. Such unenclosed settlements are commonly dated to the Iron Age or Romano-British period, though precise chronology for this specific site would require archaeological investigation. The settlement reflects patterns of rural habitation typical of the region during the later prehistoric period, when communities organised themselves around dispersed farmstead arrangements rather than nucleated or fortified centres.

Westside, unenclosed settlement 620m E of Westside Cottages is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM6368. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Westside, unenclosed settlement 620m E of Westside Cottages?

Westside is an unenclosed settlement located 620 metres east of Westside Cottages in Angus, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM6368.

Who is responsible for protecting Westside, unenclosed settlement 620m E of Westside Cottages?

Westside, unenclosed settlement 620m E of Westside Cottages 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 SM6368.

What other scheduled monuments are near Westside, unenclosed settlement 620m E of Westside Cottages?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Kincraig,enclosure and ring ditch 300m E of (7.8 km), Balbirnie Mill,enclosure 300m ENE of (8.2 km), Arrat's Mill, unenclosed settlement 270m ENE of (8.5 km).

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