MHG1703 - Boat naust, Ness of Duncansby
Summary
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Type and Period (1)
- NAUST (Post Medieval - 1560 AD to 1900 AD)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
Site visit 1/7/2003 with Paul Humphreys who monitors this site. Exposed building almost certainly post med. With another phase of wall above this. Further along remains of a boat appear to be eroding out of bank. Exposed in area of shell midden deposits - HAW 7/2003
ND37SE 22 3891 7359.
A modern naust, 6 by 2m and 0.9 to 1.0m high, comprising five stone courses. In good condition and slightly narrower at the entrance.
C E Batey 1982.
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Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred ND 3891 7359 (20m by 20m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ND37SE |
| Civil Parish | CANISBAY |
| Geographical Area | CAITHNESS |
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External Links (1)
- https://canmore.org.uk/site/9389 (View RCAHMS Canmore entry for this site)
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