Monument record MHG56086 - Prehistoric settlement? - Glen Drian, Ardnamurchan
Summary
A possible hut circle noted by WCAS during a 2011 DBA and walkover survey in advance of a bracken control programme. AP revealed another possible hut circle and enclosure.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NM 4696 6890 (41m by 35m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NM46NE |
| Operational Area | ROSS SKYE AND LOCHABER |
| Civil Parish | ARDNAMURCHAN |
| Geographical Area | LOCHABER |
Map
Type and Period (3)
Full Description
A possible hut circle was noted by WCAS in a 2011 DBA and walkover survey in advance of a bracken control programme. It was located on the flanks of a prominent knoll amidst rig and furrow and described as a subcircular setting of boulders. It measured 7m in diameter over walls spread to 1.5m with 2 upright orthostats. There was no visible entrance. <1>
There may be another possible hut circle visible on AP 10-15m to the west-southwest and associated enclosure immediately to the north of these. The polygon data includes these. S Salem 31/10/13
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SHG25844 Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Birch, S and Peteranna, M. 2011. Bracken Control Programme Archaeological Desk-based Assessment and Walkover survey: Ardnamurchan Estates - Glen Drian, Ardnamurchan. West Coast Archaeological Services. Digital. Site 15.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Mar 26 2014 2:47PM
