Monument record MHG56055 - Dyke - Braemore, Latheron

Summary

A dyke noted by RoCAS during a 2012 DBA and walkover survey in advance of a woodland creation scheme.

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Grid reference Centred ND 0691 3014 (4m by 56m)
Map sheet ND03SE
Operational Area CAITHNESS SUTHERLAND AND EASTER ROSS
Civil Parish LATHERON
Geographical Area CAITHNESS

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This dyke was noted by RoCAS during a 2012 DBA and walkover survey in advance of a woodland creation scheme. It was described as a substantial moss- and grass-covered stone and turf dyke that ran alongside a ditch to the outside. Its banks measured 2-2.5m wide and stand 1-1.5m high. <1>


<1> Peteranna, M., 2012, Braemore, Caithness, Diamond Jubilee Woods: Archaeological Desk-based Assessment and Walkover Survey, Site 5 (Text/Report/Fieldwork Report). SHG25833.

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  • <1> Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Peteranna, M.. 2012. Braemore, Caithness, Diamond Jubilee Woods: Archaeological Desk-based Assessment and Walkover Survey. Ross & Cromarty Archaeological Services. 2012-13/BRA12. Digital. Site 5.

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Record last edited

Oct 23 2013 3:09PM

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