Monument record MHG53779 - Possible coastal defence, Cuthill Sands

Summary

A stone heap, some of which were dressed and mortared, was interpreted as an attempt at coastal defence.

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Grid reference Centred NH 7704 8827 (31m by 15m)
Map sheet NH78NE
Geographical Area SUTHERLAND
Operational Area CAITHNESS SUTHERLAND AND EASTER ROSS

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What appears to be an attempt at coastal defence. Consists of a linear dump of boulders some of which are dressed & have mortar adhering. Exists to 3 m in width, 20 m in length & 0.5 m in height. Dressed stone may have originated from somewhere else. <1>

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  • <1> Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Sneddon, D, Gheorghiou, D, Hansom, J and Sherarer, I. 03/2010. East Sutherland Coastal Zone Assessment survey: Data Structure Report. Glasgow University Archaeological Research Division (GUARD). 12/9/10. Digital. Site 70.

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Record last edited

Sep 20 2010 3:38PM

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