Monument record MHG986 - Cairn, Bardnaheigh
Summary
Site of cairn. Previoulsy interpreted as a burnt mound.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred ND 0391 6459 (14m by 14m) (Buffered by site type) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ND06SW |
| Old County | CAITHNESS |
| Civil Parish | REAY |
| Geographical Area | CAITHNESS |
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
Not a burnt mound but a cairn about 13.5m in diameter, prominently placed on the crest of a ridge. No burnt stone is now evident, and there is no nearby groundwater source. It has a stony content, but field clearance has been placed upon it at a later date.
Visited by OS (J B) 24 September 1981.
Burnt Mound (NR) OS 1:10,000 map, (1975)
A grass-covered mound, 0.8m high, containing a high proportion of small burnt stones. It is possibly a burnt mound. Surveyed at 1:2500.
Visited by OS (N K B) 20 November 1964;
Visible on RAF APs 106G/Scot/UK 75: 4375-6 (9 May 1946)
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SHG2039 Text/Publication/Volume: Cathy Dagg. 1999. Assessment of the Potential Impact on known Archaeological Features by Mybster-Dounreay Line Refurbishment Works.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Record last edited
Jan 28 2008 12:00AM
