Site Event/Activity record EHG2850 - Topographic survey - Chapel Hill, Ballachly, Dunbeath
Location
| Location | Chapel Hill, Ballachly, Dunbeath |
|---|---|
| Grid reference | Centred ND 15743 30306 (198m by 285m) |
| Map sheet | ND13SE |
| Operational Area | CAITHNESS SUTHERLAND AND EASTER ROSS |
| Civil Parish | LATHERON |
| Geographical Area | CAITHNESS |
Technique(s)
Organisation
Glasgow University (GUARD)
Date
1998
Description
A topographic survey of the site of a possible early Christian monastic site at Chapel Hill, Ballachly, in Dunbeath was carried out by GUARD in 1998 as part of a research project funded by Historic Scotland, the Dunbeath Preservation Trust and the landowners. The aim of the project was to advance knowledge about the Scheduled Monument beyond local traditions and references from C18 travellers to inform management policy for the site and to increase the level of information available. The survey area was split into four discrete survey blocks, suggested by topography and existing land divisions. The survey identified possible structures on the summit of Chapel Hill iteslf in addition to the remains of the possible chapel. A geophysical survey was also carried out (see EHG2884). <1>
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SHG20908 Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Banks, I. & Hooper, J.. 1999. Chapel Hill, Ballachly, Dunbeath: a survey of early Christian remains. Glasgow University (GUARD). 23/06/1999.
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
- MHG1145 Monastery, Ballachly (Monument)
Record last edited
Jun 30 2014 12:50PM