Site Event/Activity record EHG2647 - Ground Penetrating Radar surveys - around Loch of Yarrows (Swartigill Burn)

Location

Location Swartigill Burn
Grid reference Centred ND 32111 45735 (17m by 17m) (Approximate)
Map sheet ND34NW
Operational Area CAITHNESS SUTHERLAND AND EASTER ROSS
Geographical Area CAITHNESS

Technique(s)

Organisation

CFA Archaeology Ltd

Date

2007

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Description

Investigative surveys were carried out at five sites in the vicinity of Loch of Yarrows in order to assess the applicability of GPR survey on a range of different sub-surface peat formations. <1>

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1> Text/Report: Cressey, M. 03/2007. Loch of Yarrows Environs, Caithness: 'Testing the applicability of Ground Penetrating Radar survey in relation to wetland landscapes'. CFA Archaeology Ltd. . Digital. 19-20, Figs 8-10.

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Record last edited

Oct 28 2014 2:39PM

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