MHG55897 - Shieling or shelter - Sand, Gairloch

Summary

The remains of a possible shieling or shelter were noted at Sand, Gairloch, during a walkover survey in 2008 prior to an OHL replacement scheme.

Type and Period (2)

  • SHIELING? (Unknown date)
  • SHELTER? (Unknown date)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

The remains of a possible shieling or shelter were noted at Sand, Gairloch, during a walkover survey by C Dagg in 2008 prior to an OHL replacement scheme between Aultbea and Dundonnell. It comprised two courses of rubble walling extending 1.5m south from a large glacial erratic boulder. It may have been associated with the pre-crofting township. <1>

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Map

Location

Grid reference Centred NG 9107 9110 (11m by 11m) (2 map features)
Map sheet NG99SW
Geographical Area ROSS AND CROMARTY
Civil Parish GAIRLOCH

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Related Monuments/Buildings (0)

Related Investigations/Events (1)

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