MHG1065 - Dovecot, Dunbeath Castle
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Type and Period (1)
- DOVECOT (Scot) (Post Medieval - 1560 AD to 1900 AD)
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Full Description
Dovecot (NR) OS 1:10,000 map, (1973)
This early 18th century lean-to dovecot has a single entrance door and two openings for pigeons on the roof. Its roof is slated, and there are two simple square freestone turrets at the high point of the gable.
HBD No. 24
This dovecot, which is as described above, measures 5.3m by 4m. Though in good order, it is not in use.
Visited by OS (R L) 6 March 1968.
No change. Visited by OS (N K B) 21 march 1983.
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Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred ND 1530 2899 (30m by 30m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ND12NE |
| Civil Parish | LATHERON |
| Geographical Area | CAITHNESS |
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External Links (2)
- http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB7939 (Online designation description (Historic Environment Scotland))
- https://canmore.org.uk/site/8031 (View RCAHMS Canmore entry for this site)
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