Monument record MHG2107 - Broch, Borrowston Cottage
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred ND 3288 4353 (70m by 70m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ND34SW |
| Old County | CAITHNESS |
| Civil Parish | WICK |
| Geographical Area | CAITHNESS |
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Full Description
Broch (NR) (remains of) OS 1:10,000 map, (1976)
A grass-covered mound, 114ft diameter and about 10ft high containing the remains of a broch. The upper portion, which is circular, 42ft diameter and 3ft high, probably indicates the position of main structure. At W end of the mound, and some 6ft above the natural level, there is a well-marked terrace in the form of a crescent, some 20ft in max width from the base of the more elevated portion. There are no signs of excavation.
RCAHMS 1911.
As described by RCAHMS. Slight mutilation on S side of broch has revealed some stonework, typical of broch structure.
Resurveyed at 1:2500. Visited by OS (R L) 18 April 1967.
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SHG2664 Text/Report: RCAHMS. 1911. The Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments and Constructions of Scotland. Third report and inventory of monuments and constructions in the county of Caithness. . 152, No. 510.
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Record last edited
Jan 28 2008 12:00AM
