Monument record MHG56047 - Four-post structures - Culduthel, Inverness
Summary
The remains of several four-post structures were exposed during excavation by Headland Archaeology in 2005 at Culduthel, Inverness.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NH 6632 4138 (84m by 206m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NH64SE |
| Operational Area | INVERNESS NAIRN BADENOCH AND STRATHSPEY |
| Civil Parish | INVERNESS AND BONA |
| Geographical Area | INVERNESS |
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
The remains of several four-post structures were exposed during excavation by Headland Archaeology in 2005 at Culduthel, Inverness. Structures 1, 23, 27 and 28 were found in different parts of the site. Two, 23 and 27, were close to hut circles (see MHG49950). One of the postholes in Structure 1 contained sherds of prehistoric pottery from two vessels. <1>
Further analysis and final dating of the finds assemblage and general site are awaited.
<1> Murray, R., 2007, Culduthel Mains Farm, Inverness: Phase 5: Excavation of a Later Prehistoric Settlement, pp.41-42 (Text/Report/Fieldwork Report). SHG23330.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SHG23330 Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Murray, R.. 2007. Culduthel Mains Farm, Inverness: Phase 5: Excavation of a Later Prehistoric Settlement. Headland Archaeology Ltd. 21/12/2007. Digital. pp.41-42.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Apr 21 2017 5:06PM
