Monument record MHG52937 - Cairn, north east of Rubha an Droma Bhain

Summary

A large cairn, possibly field clearance over an earlier cairn.

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Grid reference Centred NG 62464 27881 (14m by 14m) (GPS derived)
Map sheet NG62NW
Geographical Area SKYE AND LOCHALSH
Civil Parish STRATH

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A walkover survey in August 2009 identified a large cairn, oval in shape, on the edge of a south-facing slope. The cairn measures 6m by 4.5m and is 2m high. It is possibly a combination of field clearance over an earlier cairn. <1>

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  • <1> Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Farrell, S. 08/2009. Report of Archaeological Desktop & Walkover Survey, Scalpay Woods, Scalpay, Highland. Unaffiliated. Digital. Site 9.

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  • None recorded

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Record last edited

Oct 9 2009 4:23PM

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