Monument record MHG54103 - Building, Gallowhill Wood

Summary

Rectangular building recorded during walkover survey.

Location

Grid reference NH 6075 4979 (point) (GPS derived)
Map sheet NH64NW
Geographical Area ROSS AND CROMARTY
Operational Area ROSS SKYE AND LOCHABER

Map

Type and Period (1)

Full Description

The moss-covered banks of a rectangular building lie on a NE-SW axis, internal measurements roughly 8m x 3m. Remains of the stone walls are made up of undressed largish stones. Walls are roughly 0.3 - 1m in height and more substantial in west, less distinct at east corner where there appears to be an entrance. Generally 1- 1.5m in width and heavily covered in moss. No internal features noted. Planted with trees. Sketch plans in report.

Not shown on Ordnance Survey mapping. <1>

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1> Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Marshall M. 01/2003. Record of Visible Archaeological Remains in Upper Part of Gallowhill Wood, Ross-shire. North of Scotland Archaeological Society (NOSAS). 03/05/2003. Digital. Site 5.

Finds (0)

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Related Monuments/Buildings (0)

Related Events/Activities (1)

Record last edited

Nov 19 2010 1:57PM

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