Monument record MHG53072 - Loch Borralie West

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Grid reference NC 3750 6717 (point) (Approximate)
Map sheet NC36NE
Geographical Area SUTHERLAND
Civil Parish DURNESS

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Sinuous linear feature, defined by line of intermittent larger boulders (some orthostatic) and smaller nibble, 13.2 m long and 1.9 m average width. Appears to curve round to S at SE end, but main alignment is NW/SE (down slope). Gap 2.9 m wide may represent entrance.
On gradual, grassy SE-facing slope, with small blows in vicinity, overlooking upper part of valley.
Field wall, possibly associated with hut circle 58 and cairns 59.
Recommendations: None. <1><2>

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1> Dataset/Database File: Glasgow University Archaeological Research Division (GUARD). 2003. Site gazetteer: Loch Borralie, Kyle of Durness. Site 59.
  • <2> Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Lelong, O and MacGregor, G. 2003. Loch Borralie, Kyle of Durness: Project 950. Glasgow University Archaeological Research Division (GUARD). Digital. Site 59.

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Record last edited

Feb 10 2010 10:24AM

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