Monument record MHG52636 - Sheepfold, Allt an Laoigh

Summary

A sheepfold, possibly constructed during the 20th century although it has the appearance of being earlier.

Location

Grid reference Centred NC 49083 20010 (11m by 12m) (Centred)
Map sheet NC42SE
Geographical Area SUTHERLAND
Civil Parish LAIRG

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Full Description

A walkover survey in April 2009 recorded a sheepfold within the general location of a former farmstead (see MHG18316). <1>

The sheepfold is not depicted on the Ordnance Survey maps until the 5th edition c1963. <2>

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1> Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Scotia Archaeology. 05/2009. Cassley to Shin: desk study. Scotia Archaeology. Digital. Site 1.
  • <2> Image/Map: Ordnance Survey. 1959-1963. Ordnance Survey 6 inch map: Epoch 5a.

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  • None recorded

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Record last edited

Jul 9 2009 2:05PM

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