MHG13115 - Structure - Leathad Ban
Summary
A ruinous subrectangular structure, probably a house.
Type and Period (1)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
Earthworks reported by Mr. Cathel Morrison of Sandwood Estate 23.2.95 and recorded by AMF 27.2.95. "Distinctive boat-shaped hollow. Large, with stones inside. Would appear to be too high up the hill to be a naust"
JW
28/11/01
A second archaeological survey of Sandwood Estate in the parish of Eddrachillis was undertaken by ACFA in 2002.
A ruinous subrectangular structure, probably a house, I0m NE-SW by 3m with tumbled walls approximately Im wide standing to a maximum height of0.8m, but mainly surviving as low banks with small stones showing through turf cover. The interior is largely clear of stone. Uphill (N) of the house an extensive area of ground has been cleared of stone, and there are several substantial clearance cairns along the break of slope at the level of the lower end of the house and to the south side. An area of stone protruding to the south may be tumble or clearance. <1>
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred NC 2292 5679 (20m by 20m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NC25NW |
| Geographical Area | SUTHERLAND |
| Civil Parish | EDDRACHILLIS |
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