MHG55072 - Shepherd's house and fanks, Balsporran
Summary
The remains of a shepherd's house and substantial fanks.
Type and Period (2)
- FANK (Post Medieval - 1560 AD to 1900 AD)
- HOUSE (Post Medieval - 1560 AD to 1900 AD)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
Just across the railway line at Balsporran Cottage are the remains of a shepherd's house (possibly two hosues of different periods, one ofthem a well built stone dwelling) and substantial fanks. This site had been marked as a shieling complex on the 1773 estate plan, but it would appear that it had been turned into a sheep walk in the early 19th century. <1>
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred NN 6263 7921 (66m by 45m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NN67NW |
| Civil Parish | LAGGAN |
| Geographical Area | BADENOCH AND STRATHSPEY |
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