Monument record MHG53983 - Earthwork ramp, Garbh-leathad

Summary

A steep earthwork ramp, recorded during walkover survey.

Location

Grid reference NC 7637 0978 (point) (GPS derived)
Map sheet NC70NE
Geographical Area SUTHERLAND
Operational Area CAITHNESS SUTHERLAND AND EASTER ROSS
Civil Parish ROGART

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An almost impossibly steep ramp connects the grassy slope below with heather and boulder-covered hillside above, trending directly up the slope (Plate 33). It is built up across a hollow at the base of the steep slope and is 4m wide at its base, tapering to 2m at its top. <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 85.

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Record last edited

Oct 8 2010 11:11AM

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