Monument record MHG51518 - Raised Platform, Garvault, Loch Merkland

Summary

Semi-circular raised platform with low wall footings. Part of Garvault farmsteading.

Location

Grid reference Centred NC 38379 32010 (19m by 17m) (Approximate)
Map sheet NC33SE
Geographical Area SUTHERLAND
Old County SUTHERLAND
Civil Parish EDDRACHILLIS

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Large semi-circular raised platform that abuts Garbh Allt. Low stone wall footings survive in some areas, and there maybe retaining walls in other areas. The purpose of the raised area this close to the river is unknown. NB: Geographical representation is not surveyed and is approximate only <1>. Photographed <2>.

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1> Verbal Communication: Puls, A. Comment by Andrew Puls, HC Archaeologist.
  • <2> Image/Photograph(s): Puls, A. Site Visit Photographs. Colour. . Digital. 13/04/2007.

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Record last edited

Jan 12 2009 3:39PM

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