MHG13582 - Site of sheep pen or bothy, Buoldhu
Summary
The site of a possible sheep pen or bothy. The structure could not be located in 2009.
Type and Period (2)
- ENCLOSURE (Post Medieval - 1560 AD? to 1900 AD?)
- PEN? (Post Medieval - 1560 AD? to 1900 AD?)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A small rough stone built structure, within a possible enclosure. Old sheep pen, small fank or bothy? <1>
No trace of this site was found during a walkover survey in July 2009. <2>
Sources/Archives (3)
- --- SHG20974 Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Morrison A. 1985. Dunbeath Survey-1984-1985. University of Glasgow. . Digital (scanned as PDF).
- <1> SHG23219 Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Morrison, A.. 1986. Dunbeath Survey 1986. University of Glasgow. Paper (Original). DB19/5.
- <2> SHG24446 Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Farrell, S. 07/2009. Report of Archaeological Desktop & Walkover Survey, Knockinnon, Houstry. Unaffiliated. Digital. Site 4.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred ND 1469 3359 (60m by 60m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ND13SW |
| Civil Parish | LATHERON |
| Geographical Area | CAITHNESS |
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Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Investigations/Events (2)
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