Monument record MHG54186 - Shieling, Scalpay

Summary

A multi-celled shieling recorded during walkover survey on Scalpay.

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Grid reference NG 6211 2800 (point) (Centred)
Map sheet NG62NW
Geographical Area SKYE AND LOCHALSH
Operational Area ROSS SKYE AND LOCHABER
Civil Parish STRATH

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Situated on a low spur ofwell-drained ground, within a wet and shallow depression containing rushes, are the remains of a ruinous multi-celled shieling. Comprising three separate stone-built cells, the structure measures 7.0 metres long by 4.5 metres wide over walls 0.8 metres thick. The entrance is 0.8 metres wide and faces southeast and the walls survive to a maximum height of 0.8 metres. The shieling has a south-easterly aspect and is situated at 110 metres OD. <1>

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  • <1> Text/Report: Birch, S. April 2001. Scalpay WGS: Archaeological Survey of Proposed Planting Areas. West Coast Archaeological Services. . Digital. Site 7.

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Record last edited

Dec 14 2010 4:42PM

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