What is recorded here
Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Old Townhead as Long Cist (early Medieval). The official map says its point is accurate as follows: NGR given to the nearest 100m. The record does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.
Old Townhead is an early Medieval long cist, a type of simple stone coffin burial structure. Its significance lies in providing insight into early Christian burial practices in Scotland.
The historic-place record does not grant public access. Check current conditions and ownership before entering land or a building.
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