Monument record MHG53823 - Clearance cairn, Dalreavoch
Summary
A clearance cairn was recorded during walkover survey, set close to the bank of the River Brora.
Location
Grid reference | NC 7569 0920 (point) (GPS derived) |
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Map sheet | NC70NE |
Geographical Area | SUTHERLAND |
Operational Area | CAITHNESS SUTHERLAND AND EASTER ROSS |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Clearance cairn measuring 15m x 4m, and <0.5m high, comprising large boulders, is set parallel and at the edge of the River Brora. It is possible that the clearance has been used to shore up the bank to prevent erosion of the cultivated area. <1>
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SHG24933 Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Lindsay, N. 09/2009. Dalreavoch-Sciberscross, Strath Brora, Sutherland: A Report on an Archaeological Walk-Over Survey. Unaffiliated. Digital. Feature 16.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Sep 29 2010 10:05AM