EHG2642 - Walkover survey and watching brief at Hill of Man, Wick
Technique(s)
Organisation
Highland Archaeology Services Ltd
Date
Two visits
Description
Work to identify and remove possible unexploded ordnance was observed in preparation for an evaluation of a site for housing at Southead (Hill of Man) Wick. The site is considered to have archaeological potential, although during this work no archaeological finds or features were observed apart from Second World War gun bases and possible signs of rig cultivation. <1>-<3>
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SHG23360 Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Wombell, J, Malone, E and Wood, J. 02/03/2008. Archaeological Report: Hill of Man, Wick. Highland Archaeology Services Ltd. . Digital.
- <2> SHG23363 Image/Map: Ordnance Survey. 1870-1930. Historic map extracts depicting the area around Hill of Man, Wick. Highland Archaeology Services Ltd. Digital.
- <3> SHG23364 Image/Map: Hydrographic Office. 1857. Port and Vicinity of Wick (extract). Highland Archaeology Services Ltd. Digital.
Location
| Location | Hill of Man, south of Wellington Avenue, Wick |
|---|---|
| Grid reference | Centred ND 37229 49866 (336m by 328m) (2 map features) |
| Map sheet | ND34NE |
| Operational Area | CAITHNESS SUTHERLAND AND EASTER ROSS |
| Geographical Area | CAITHNESS |
Related Monuments/Buildings (3)
External Links (0)
Record last edited
Oct 28 2014 2:38PM