Monument record MHG52888 - Dyke footings, Mellon Charles

Summary

The faint footings of a dyke, possibly a pre-crofting feature.

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Grid reference Centred NG 8510 9150 (40m by 40m) (Approximate)
Map sheet NG89SE
Geographical Area ROSS AND CROMARTY
Civil Parish GAIRLOCH

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Full Description

The faint footings of a dyke line, here visible as a single line of stones although after turning NE the dyke becomes a substantial consumption dyke of probably later date. This dyke, in its original state, may be a pre-crofting feature. <1>

It is not currently possible to accurately map this feature. <2>

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1> Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Dagg, C. 11/2008. Archaeological walk-over survey: Mellon Charles Water Main Renewal Phase 2. Highland Archaeology Services Ltd. 01/12/2008. Digital. Site 13.
  • <2> Verbal Communication: Tilbury, S. Comment by Sylvina Tilbury, HER Officer.

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Record last edited

Sep 4 2009 3:09PM

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