Monument record MHG54182 - Shieling settlement and hut circle, Scalpay
Summary
An unenclosed shieling settlement and hut circle were recorded during walkover survey on Scalpay.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NG 6346 2938 (50m by 50m) (Centred) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NG62NW |
| Geographical Area | SKYE AND LOCHALSH |
| Operational Area | ROSS SKYE AND LOCHABER |
| Civil Parish | STRATH |
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Type and Period (2)
Full Description
The remains of an unenclosed stone and turf built shieling group are located on the flanks of Beinn Loch a' Mhuilinn at 55 metres OD. Having an easterly aspect, the 13 individual structures comprise single, double and multi-cell types. Being constructed primarily from turf, the shielings are in a degraded condition. Situated to the south-east of a low sandstone rock outcrop, immediately to the north west of the shieling group, are the ruinous remains ofa stone and
boulder built hut circle. The structure measures 9.0 metres diameter over walls 1.0 metre thick, and has a south-east facing entrance approximately 0.8 metres wide. The walls survive to a maximum height of0.6 metres. <1>
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SHG21466 Text/Report: Birch, S. April 2001. Scalpay WGS: Archaeological Survey of Proposed Planting Areas. West Coast Archaeological Services. . Digital. Site 2.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Dec 14 2010 3:45PM
