Monument record MHG51309 - Lazybeds at Achavanie, near Kishorn

Summary

Lazybeds associated with the settlement of Achavanie, still visible as earthworks.

Location

Grid reference Centred NG 83506 40709 (72m by 79m) (Approximate)
Map sheet NG84SW
Geographical Area ROSS AND CROMARTY
Civil Parish LOCHCARRON

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Information about this site was submitted by a local researcher, Paul Swan, in August 2008. These lazybeds are associated with the settlement shown on the 1st edition Ordnance Survey map as Achavanie, and known as Achbane in 1548 & Auchvanie in 1633. The lazy beds were photographed from grid reference NG 834 407. The ruined buildings of the settlement are still visible but hard to access lying behind a new deer fence. <1>-<3>

Sources/Archives (3)

  • <1> Text/Correspondence: Swan, P. 2008-9. Correspondence from Paul Swan regarding several sites in the Lochcarron area. Yes. Digital.
  • <2> Image/Photograph(s): Swan, P. 2008-11. Photographs of various HER sites submitted by Paul Swan. Colour. Yes. Digital.
  • <3> Image/Drawing: Swan, P. 2008. Annotated maps of Lochcarron area. Yes.

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Record last edited

Mar 30 2011 3:10PM

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