Monument record MHG38080 - Possible drainage ditches - North Head, Broadhaven, Wick
Summary
The remains of two possible earlier drainage ditches were revealed during an evaluation at North Head, Broadhaven, by CFA Archaeology in 2001.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred ND 38186 50955 (6m by 6m) (Buffered by site type) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ND35SE |
| Operational Area | CAITHNESS SUTHERLAND AND EASTER ROSS |
| Civil Parish | WICK |
| Geographical Area | CAITHNESS |
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Full Description
An archaeological evaluation was carried out by CFA Archaeology in August 2001 at Broadhaven, near Wick, in advance of the construction of a waste water treatment plant. Ten trenches with a total area of 659m2 were excavated (6.5% of the total area). A clay subsoil and occasional stone soakaway drains were encountered. In addition, two (further) linear ditch features were discovered, probably the remains of early drainage channels. No trace was found of the previously identified possible croft house, although it is possible that remains may survive elsewhere within the area, outwith the sampled sectors. <1>
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SHG21521 Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Rees, A.. 2001. Archaeological Evaluation at North Head, Broadhaven, Wick, Caithness. CFA Archaeology Ltd. 29/08/2001. Digital.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Apr 17 2013 12:36PM
