Scheduled MonumentsScotlandWindmill,dovecot,New Sauchie
Dovecot,new sauchie

Windmill,dovecot,New Sauchie

Scotland
HES SM4163
Site type
Dovecot,new sauchie
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

The Windmill, Dovecot, New Sauchie is a post-medieval dovecot located in Clackmannanshire, Scotland. The structure dates from the early modern period and represents the agricultural practices of landowners in central Scotland during this era. Dovecots such as this example served both practical and symbolic functions, providing a valuable source of protein through pigeon husbandry whilst demonstrating the status and resources of the estate. The building survives as evidence of the rural economy and domestic arrangements of its period.

Windmill,dovecot,New Sauchie is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4163. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Windmill,dovecot,New Sauchie?

The Windmill, Dovecot, New Sauchie is a post-medieval dovecot located in Clackmannanshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4163.

Who is responsible for protecting Windmill,dovecot,New Sauchie?

Windmill,dovecot,New Sauchie 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 SM4163.

What other scheduled monuments are near Windmill,dovecot,New Sauchie?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Alloa,old parish church (2.7 km), Alloa Glass Works,glass cone (3.1 km), Clackmannan Tower (3.1 km).

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