Monument record MHG54198 - Shieling hut, Scalpay
Summary
A multi-cell stone-built structure was recorded during walkover survey on Scalpay.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NG 5940 2957 (20m by 20m) (GPS derived) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NG52NE |
| Geographical Area | SKYE AND LOCHALSH |
| Operational Area | ROSS SKYE AND LOCHABER |
| Civil Parish | STRATH |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
On a west facing shelf, high on the steep slopes of the hill overlooking the Allt a' Chinn Uachdaraich Glen, are the ruinous remains of a multi-cell stone-built structure. Measuring 8.0 metres long by 6.0 metres wide over walls 0.6
metres thick, the structure comprises a large central cell that has 4 smaller cells radiating off and stands to a maximum height of 0.8 metres. The 1.0 metre wide entrance to the central cell faces north. The shieling is situated at
108 metres OD. <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 24.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Dec 15 2010 11:08AM
