Scheduled MonumentsScotlandWood Hill,settlement 230m E of
Settlement

Wood Hill,settlement 230m E of

Scotland
HES SM3055
Site type
Settlement
Nation
Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Wood Hill is an ancient settlement located 230 metres east of Wood Hill in Peeblesshire, Scotland. The site represents a prehistoric or early historic occupation in the Borders region, though its precise dating and cultural attribution require archaeological investigation. The settlement's physical character and extent reflect patterns of settlement typical of rural communities in this area during the Iron Age or early medieval period. Its designation by Historic Environment Scotland indicates its recognised importance for understanding the archaeological record of Peeblesshire and the broader settlement history of the Scottish Borders.

Wood Hill,settlement 230m E of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3055. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wood Hill,settlement 230m E of?

Wood Hill is an ancient settlement located 230 metres east of Wood Hill in Peeblesshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3055.

Who is responsible for protecting Wood Hill,settlement 230m E of?

Wood Hill,settlement 230m E 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 SM3055.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wood Hill,settlement 230m E of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wood Hill,fort & enclosure (0.2 km), Posso,tower & associated structures WNW of (0.8 km), Glenrathope,settlement 1300m WNW to 350m E of Glenrathope (1.6 km).

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