MHG29940 - Shieling hut, Bealach Mor
Summary
A probable shieling hut on the south west slope of Ben Wyvis.
Type and Period (2)
- SHIELING (Post Medieval - 1560 AD to 1900 AD)
- SHIELING HUT (Post Medieval - 1560 AD to 1900 AD)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
The remains of what is almost certainly a shieling on a slight "spur" 200m NE of the Allt a'Beallach Mhoir and to the W of a small burn. Low turf footings with occasional stonework can be discerned on an elongated platfrom. Long axis is NE/SW. Two compartments - main one to the N measures 6m by 3m, smaller one to the S is 4m by 3m. Possible evidence of an entrance in the SE corner of the smaller compartment only. Mostly grass covered but with some heather encroachment in its northern footing. <1>
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred NH 445 658 (100m by 100m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NH46NW |
| Geographical Area | ROSS AND CROMARTY |
| Civil Parish | URRAY |
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