Monument record MHG55072 - Shepherd's house and fanks, Balsporran
Summary
The remains of a shepherd's house and substantial fanks.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NN 6263 7921 (66m by 45m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NN67NW |
| Civil Parish | LAGGAN |
| Geographical Area | BADENOCH AND STRATHSPEY |
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
Just across the railway line at Balsporran Cottage are the remains of a shepherd's house (possibly two hosues of different periods, one ofthem a well built stone dwelling) and substantial fanks. This site had been marked as a shieling complex on the 1773 estate plan, but it would appear that it had been turned into a sheep walk in the early 19th century. <1>
<1> Taylor, D, 2011, Unpublished notes on various shieling sites in the Drumochter area (Text/Manuscript). SHG25441.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SHG25441 Text/Manuscript: Taylor, D. 2011. Unpublished notes on various shieling sites in the Drumochter area. Yes. Digital.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Aug 26 2011 5:04PM
