Monument record MHG52516 - Site of boundary marker stone, Fort Augustus (8 of 12)
Summary
Location
| Grid reference | NH 37253 09053 (point) (Estimated from sources) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NH30NE |
| Civil Parish | BOLESKINE AND ABERTARFF |
| Geographical Area | INVERNESS |
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Up to 12 boundary stones have been identified in and around Fort Augustus. These are War Department (WD) and Board of Ordnance (BO) markers. They are believed to mark the "Government" lands of Fort Augusutus. Several are inscribed with the date 1857.
In a survey report by Harry Robinson the stones are numbered BS-1 to BS-10, matching the numbers given on a plan of the stones in the HER files. A list of the stones has also been compiled by local heritage group Cill Chuimein Heritage which uses a different numbering system.
This is BS-8 (CCH no.2). It was not located during a walkover survey in February 2009. Cill Chuimein Heritage records that the stone was located above the topmost lock on the SW side of the canal, beyond the furthest moorings beside the towpath. The stone was inscribed "BO". It has apparently been removed to a private property. <1>
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SHG24118 Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Robinson, H. 2009. Archaeological Survey: Land to the west of Stavaigers Lodge, Abbey Gardens, Fort Augustus. Highland Heritage. 04/03/2009. Digital. pp 11-13.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Mar 30 2009 2:29PM
