Monument record MHG53193 - Clearance cairns, east of Durcha
Summary
A number of clearance cairns in association with one, possibly two, hut circles.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NC 50801 02225 (100m by 100m) (Estimated from sources) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NC50SW |
| Geographical Area | SUTHERLAND |
| Civil Parish | CREICH |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
A walkover survey in January 2010 identified a number of clearance cairns associated with one, possibly two, hut circles. A total of at least 15 clearance cairns were identified surrounding the two hut circles, particularly to the west and east, running along the break of slope. A further 6 cairns were identfied to the west of MHG32576 at an elevation of approximately 158m OD and running downslope on a SE-NW axis. Average measurements for the cairns range from 1.5m to 2.5m in diameter and up to 0.8m in height. <1>
RCAHMS notes that the entire field system (MHG12803) of which these features form a part comprises scattered clearance heaps but that no plots are discernible. <2>
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SHG24626 Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Birch, S and Fraser, L. 01/2010. Woodland Establishment Archaeological Survey: East Durcha, Lairg, Sutherland. West Coast Archaeological Services. Digital. Sites 1a, 1b, 2.
- <2> SHG23297 Verbal Communication: Tilbury, S. Comment by Sylvina Tilbury, HER Officer.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Feb 12 2010 4:52PM
