MHG58968 - Fish Trap - Finiskaig
Summary
The remains of a possible fish trap are visible in aerial photography.
Type and Period (1)
- FISH TRAP (Post Medieval - 1560 AD? to 1900 AD?)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A large fragmentary arc of stones, located in the shallows at the head of Loch Nevis, is visible on aerial photography taken 1999-2001. It is likely the remains of a fish trap, and was later photographed in 2011 during an aerial survey by RCAHMS. See link below to HES Canmore record for oblique aerial photos of the feature. <1> <2>
Sources/Archives (2)
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NM 8631 9494 (152m by 135m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NM89SE |
| Civil Parish | GLENELG |
| Geographical Area | LOCHABER |
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Investigations/Events (0)
External Links (1)
- https://canmore.org.uk/site/318786/finiskaig (Link to online HES Canmore record)
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