Monument record MHG56835 - Shieling hut and structure - Allt na Faing
Summary
A shieling hut and associated structure at Allt na Faing, Tongue.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NC 5267 5327 (26m by 26m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NC55SW |
| Geographical Area | SUTHERLAND |
| Operational Area | CAITHNESS SUTHERLAND AND EASTER ROSS |
| Civil Parish | TONGUE |
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
The site was visited and photographed by D Glass in June 2013. he described the site as:
"The low footings of a Shieling Hut measuring approximately 6m by 3m externally. The remains of a smaller building stand about 30m to the east. It measures 3m by 2m externally. The walls consist of a single course of large stones. The interior is very small. This might have been a dairy or store associated with the Shieling Hut." <1>
<1> Glass, D, 2013, Information on shieling hut and store near Allt na Faing (Text/Record Form). SHG26432.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SHG26432 Text/Record Form: Glass, D. 2013. Information on shieling hut and store near Allt na Faing. Yes. Digital.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Jul 1 2014 1:59PM
