What is recorded here
Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Thirlestane as Barrow(s) (prehistoric), Square Barrow (early Medieval). The official map says its point is accurate as follows: NGR given to the nearest 10m. The record does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.
A prehistoric and early medieval barrow; it represents a rare combination of monument types in the Scottish landscape. Its significance lies in its potential to provide insights into burial practices and cultural continuity across different periods.
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Places near here
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Broughton War MemorialMemorial · 1077 yd
Broughton, Broughton War MemorialWar Memorial (21st Century) (2010) · 1078 yd
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Tinnis Castle (remains of)Archaeological place · 1.6 mi
Duck Pond PlantationWood · 1.7 mi
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Louden Knowe WoodWood · 2.3 mi
BroughtonknoweNo Class (event) (period Unassigned) · 3.0 mi
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