Monument record MHG55647 - Possible prehistoric boundary walls - Amer, Glen Bracadale, Skye
Summary
The remains of possible prehistoric boundary walls or dykes were noted during a walkover survey by West Coast Archaeological Services in 2012 at Amer, Glen Bracadale, Skye, prior to a proposed woodland creation scheme.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NG 38611 39376 (105m by 274m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NG33NE |
| Geographical Area | SKYE AND LOCHALSH |
| Operational Area | ROSS SKYE AND LOCHABER |
| Civil Parish | BRACADALE |
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Full Description
The remains of possible prehistoric boundary walls or dykes were noted during a walkover survey by West Coast Archaeological Services in 2012 at Amer, Glen Bracadale, Skye, prior to a proposed woodland creation scheme. The alignment consisted of one course of boulders measuring 0.5m wide and standing 0.2-0.5m high. At the north end it was built into a boulder outcrop and was mostly consumed by peat. <1>
<1> Birch, S. & Peteranna, M., 2012, Amer Woodland Creation Project: Archaeological Desk-based Assessment and Walkover Survey, p.49 No.63 (Text/Report/Fieldwork Report). SHG25686.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SHG25686 Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Birch, S. & Peteranna, M.. 2012. Amer Woodland Creation Project: Archaeological Desk-based Assessment and Walkover Survey. West Coast Archaeological Services. Digital. p.49 No.63.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Aug 15 2012 2:28PM
