Monument record MHG52737 - Clearance piles, Croft 119, Clachtoll
Summary
A group of field clearance piles on formerly cultivated ground.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NC 04180 26759 (40m by 40m) (Approximate) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NC02NW |
| Geographical Area | SUTHERLAND |
| Civil Parish | ASSYNT |
| Operational Area | CAITHNESS SUTHERLAND AND EASTER ROSS |
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
Along the NW side of the low, waterlogged but formerly cultivated ground are a group of field clearance piles. These are at the break of slope and are piled on to large boulders or exposed rock faces (photos 64-68). Similar piles are visible on the south side of the level area. These are typical cultivation features of the pre-crofting period. However, dykes similar to site 12 are locally thought to be prehistoric land boundaries so these features could potentially be much earlier. <1>
<1> Dagg, C, 07/2009, Croft 119, Clachtoll, Assynt, Sutherland: Archaeological Evaluation, Site 17 (Text/Report/Fieldwork Report). SHG24428.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SHG24428 Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Dagg, C. 07/2009. Croft 119, Clachtoll, Assynt, Sutherland: Archaeological Evaluation. Unaffiliated. Digital. Site 17.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Jan 11 2010 2:25PM
