Monument record MHG52574 - Shieling hut, Torra Fionn

Summary

A shieling hut with adjoining semicircular feature.

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Grid reference Centred NG 88700 41057 (3m by 2m) (GPS derived)
Map sheet NG84SE
Geographical Area ROSS AND CROMARTY
Civil Parish LOCHCARRON

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Paul Swan reported a possible shieling hut (one of three in this general location), rectangular on plan and orientated E-W. The remains comprise low turf covered wall footings measuring 3m by 2m. A semi-circular feature adjoins the eastern wall of radius 1.2m <1><2>

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  • <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.

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Record last edited

Apr 26 2010 10:56AM

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