Monument record MHG54245 - Hearth and pits - Lochloy, Nairn

Summary

A hearth and two pits, possibly prehistoric in date, were recorded during archaeological evaluation.

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Grid reference Centred NH 9007 5703 (10m by 8m)
Map sheet NH95NW
Operational Area INVERNESS NAIRN BADENOCH AND STRATHSPEY
Civil Parish NAIRN
Geographical Area NAIRN

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Three features were recorded on an east facing slope, during archaeological evaluation and excavation in Area 7 by S Farrell in 2006 in advance of a proposed housing development at Lochloy, Nairn, (Phases 6-9). A hearth was recorded cut into the natural bank, with 2 small pits. No finds were recovered from this area, but the pits were suggested as possibly prehistoric. <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 7.

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  • None recorded

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Record last edited

Mar 24 2014 5:00PM

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