Monument record MHG56830 - Well and modified natural spring - Faoileann
Summary
A modified natural spring on the foreshore at Faoileann, Durness.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NC 3902 5445 (21m by 20m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NC35SE |
| Geographical Area | SUTHERLAND |
| Operational Area | CAITHNESS SUTHERLAND AND EASTER ROSS |
| Civil Parish | DURNESS |
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
The site was visited and photographed by D Glass in July 2011. he described the site as:
"A chalybeate spring on the foreshore near Faoileann. The spring issues into a small pool contained by a stone slab, dressed square, on the north (seaward side) and by stones placed on the east, west and south sides. Water from the spring flows over the slab. The spring is below the high tide mark. " <1>
<1> Glass, D, 2011, Information on a modified natural spring, Faoileann (Text/Record Form). SHG26422.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SHG26422 Text/Record Form: Glass, D. 2011. Information on a modified natural spring, Faoileann. Yes. Digital.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Jul 1 2014 10:04AM
