Monument record MHG53975 - Clearance cairns, Scibberscross

Summary

A number of clearance heaps and boulders, set on a grassy area, were recorded during walkover survey.

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Grid reference NC 7758 0983 (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

One of dozens of clearance heaps and boulders set on this grassy area (Plate 31). This one is 3.5m in diameter and stands 0.6m high. It is odd that it is supposed to be a cleared landscape, yet many boulders still lie strewn about amongst the cairns.

Interpreted as associated with prehistoric land clearance across this area. <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 77.

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  • None recorded

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Record last edited

Oct 6 2010 5:07PM

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