Monument record MHG57200 - Caithness flagstone enclosure - Houstry

Summary

A Caithness flagstone enclosure near Houstry.

Location

Grid reference Centred ND 1421 5769 (16m by 16m)
Map sheet ND15NW
Operational Area CAITHNESS SUTHERLAND AND EASTER ROSS
Civil Parish HALKIRK
Geographical Area CAITHNESS

Map

Type and Period (1)

Full Description

A possible, though damaged, hut circle visible on 1999-2001 APs at Houstry in a small area of pasture. It is sub-circular in shape and is approximately 13m across. It is overlain by a later, probably modern, feature. <1>

Following the submission of photographs from the landowner it is clear that this feature has been caused by build-up or retention of material within an enclosure formed from vertical Caithness flagstones, many of which have since been removed, leaving an almost circular raised feature. <2>

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1>XY Image/Photograph(s)/Aerial Photograph/Vertical: Get Mapping. 1999-2011. Get Mapping 25cm resolution colour vertical aerial photography. 1991-2001. [Mapped feature: #100004 ]

Finds (0)

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Related Monuments/Buildings (0)

Related Events/Activities (1)

Record last edited

Oct 26 2017 12:19PM

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