Monument record MHG55575 - Lime Kiln, Skulamus

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Grid reference NG 66891 23089 (point) (GPS derived)
Map sheet NG62SE
Geographical Area SKYE AND LOCHALSH
Civil Parish STRATH

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Remains of a lime kiln on Skulamus common grazing, situated near the Alt an Loin Bhain. Circular in shape and measuring 2.6m in diameter with 1.1m chamber in the centre.This is one of a number of small lime kilns in the area, including two in Skulamus and two in Lower Breakish. There are abundant outcrops of limestone in the area. <1>

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  • <1> Collection/Project Archive: Archaeology for Communities in the Highlands (ARCH). 2012. Digital site gazetteer and archive for ARCH Community Timeline Project: Broadford. Yes. Digital. Site 100.

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Mar 12 2012 4:42PM

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