Monument record MHG55834 - Post-medieval still - Meashader, Bracadale, Skye
Summary
A probable post-medieval still site at Meashader, Glen Colbost, Skye, was recorded during a walkover survey in 2012 prior to a proposed windfarm development.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NG 35311 43259 (10m by 10m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NG34SE |
| Geographical Area | SKYE AND LOCHALSH |
| Operational Area | ROSS SKYE AND LOCHABER |
| Civil Parish | BRACADALE |
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
A probable post-medieval still site at Meashader, Glen Colbost, Skye, was recorded during a walkover survey in 2012 by RoCAS prior to a proposed windfarm development. It was under grass and was constructed of stone/turf. It measured 2.5m N-SE by 1.5m and stood up to 0.7m high. It was assessed as being in a very degraded condition.<1>
They may be related to the nearby Geln Colbost farmstead (see MHG55832).
<1> Fraser, L. & Peteranna, M., 2012, Proposed Wind Farm Development Glen Ullinish, Skye: Archaeological Desk-Based Assessment and Walkover Survey, Site 30 (Text/Report/Fieldwork Report). SHG25715.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SHG25715 Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Fraser, L. & Peteranna, M.. 2012. Proposed Wind Farm Development Glen Ullinish, Skye: Archaeological Desk-Based Assessment and Walkover Survey. Ross & Cromarty Archaeological Services. Digital (scanned as PDF). Site 30.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Jan 17 2013 11:44AM
