Monument record MHG53197 - Peat cuttings, east of Durcha

Summary

Evidence for peat cutting.

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Grid reference Centred NC 5084 0183 (40m by 40m)
Map sheet NC50SW
Geographical Area SUTHERLAND
Civil Parish CREICH

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A walkover survey in January 2010 identified evidence for peat cutting to the south east of East Durcha Farm, in rough and west ground towards the valley bottom. Most of the peat cuts are aligned NW-SE and are covered in deer grass and deep heather. There is no regular pattern to the cuttings. <1>

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  • <1> Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Birch, S and Fraser, L. 01/2010. Woodland Establishment Archaeological Survey: East Durcha, Lairg, Sutherland. West Coast Archaeological Services. Digital. Site 7.

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Record last edited

Feb 12 2010 4:42PM

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