Monument record MHG1182 - Promontory Fort, Janetstown
Summary
A promontory fort comprising a massive rampart enclosing the remains of several buildings.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred ND 19044 32029 (74m by 77m) (Centred) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ND13SE |
| Old County | CAITHNESS |
| Civil Parish | LATHERON |
| Geographical Area | CAITHNESS |
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
ND13SE 55 190 320.
On sea stack till-plugged to mainland cliff edge immediately south of old herring station lighthouse above Janetstown Harbour, a massive rampart 2 metres high with entrance. Within, four scooped sub-circular huts. On the landward end of till-plug, another rampart and entrance, with possible guard cell on southern side of entrance. <1>
Fort is on promontory on S side of inlet, steep & narrow and with broch further up it on same side. Reused for lighthouse later. View photo. <2>
More photos. <3>
The promontory fort was visited and photographed by C Jones in April 2011. A 360 degree panorama was taken of the site at this time. <4>
Sources/Archives (4)
- <1> SHG959 Text/Publication/Article: Smith, J. 1983. 'Janetsown, (Latheron p) promontory fort', Discovery and Excavation in Scotland 1983, p.16. Discovery and Excavation in Scotland. 16. 16.
- <2> SHG23635 Verbal Communication: White, H. Comment by Hilary White, HC Archaeologist. 11/2002.
- <3> SHG23635 Verbal Communication: White, H. Comment by Hilary White, HC Archaeologist. 03/2003.
- <4> SHG26489 Text/Report/Environmental Statement: Headland Archaeology. 2012. Beatrice offshore Wind farm: Environmental Statement. Arcus Renewable Energy Consulting Ltd. Digital.
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Record last edited
Jul 9 2014 2:34PM
