Building record MHG53599 - Shieling Hut, Gen Suardal, near Dunvegan, Isle of Skye
Summary
About seven huts, all twin cell, were recorded by a member of the public as grassy mounds with some evidence of stone walls still in place. They are not depicted on any mapping.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NG 2560 5164 (100m by 100m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NG25SE |
| Geographical Area | SKYE AND LOCHALSH |
| Operational Area | ROSS SKYE AND LOCHABER |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Photographs of a group of shieling huts were forwarded to the HER by a visitor to the website. About seven huts, all twin cell, are visible. They survive as grassy mounds with some evidence of stone walls still in place. They are on open moorland, approximately 2km from the nearest road. <1>
<1> Dorrell, R, 06/2010, Photographs of Shieling Hits, Glen Suardal, near Dunvegan, Skye (Image/Photograph(s)). SHG24810.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SHG24810 Image/Photograph(s): Dorrell, R. 06/2010. Photographs of Shieling Hits, Glen Suardal, near Dunvegan, Skye. Colour. Yes. Digital.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Jul 30 2010 12:35PM
