Monument record MHG54239 - Hearth/corn-drying kiln - Lochloy, Nairn

Summary

A single hearth, or possibly a form of corn-drying kiln, was recorded during trial trenching at Lochloy, Nairn.

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Grid reference NH 90186 57040 (point) (GPS derived)
Map sheet NH95NW
Operational Area INVERNESS NAIRN BADENOCH AND STRATHSPEY
Civil Parish NAIRN
Geographical Area NAIRN

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Full Description

A single feature was recorded on a northeast facing slope during trial trenching and subsequent excavation by S Farrell at Lochloy, Nairn, in advance of a proposed housing development. It was interpreted as a hearth or possibly a form of corn-drying kiln. <1>

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  • <1> Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Farrell, S. 2007. Final Report of Archaeological Work for Lochloy Phases 6-9, Nairn, Highland (2 parts). Unaffiliated. 14/12/2007. Paper and Digital. Area 1.

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Record last edited

Mar 25 2014 9:38AM

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