Monument record MHG53959 - Clearance cairn, Garbh-leathad

Summary

Clearance cairn recorded during walkover survey, possibly associated with prehistoric land clearance in the area.

Location

Grid reference NC 7666 0998 (point) (GPS derived)
Map sheet NC70NE
Geographical Area SUTHERLAND
Operational Area CAITHNESS SUTHERLAND AND EASTER ROSS
Civil Parish ROGART

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Full Description

12m x 3m x 1m high boulder clearance cairn set in mixed grass and heather on a moderate slope below more level ground above.

Interpreted as representing prehistoric land clearance. <1>

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1> Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Lindsay, N. 05/2010. Sciberscross, Clyne, Sutherland: A Report on an Archaeological Walk-Over Survey. Unaffiliated. Digital. Feature 60.

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  • None recorded

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Record last edited

Oct 6 2010 12:41PM

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