MHG33082 - Pair of shieling huts, Torra Fionn
Summary
A pair of shieling huts, one with "twinning pens".
Type and Period (2)
- SHIELING HUT (Post Medieval - 1560 AD to 1900 AD)
- TWINNING PEN (Post Medieval - 1560 AD to 1900 AD)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A stone built structure with corner 'cupboards' in each corner.
Information supplied by P Swan, 2003
See Assoc. Docs. File <1>
This information was updated by Mr Swan in 2008. This pair of shielings is south facing and shielded on the north by a low crag. The left hand one is 4.7m long x 3.4m wide x 1.3m highest wall, with a 1.4m wide doorway on its eastern side. The right hand building is 5.0m long x 3.4m wide x 1.2m highest wall, with a 0.65m wide doorway in its south side. It also has lamb "twinning pens" in each corner, possibly a later addition. <2><3>
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SHG23722 Verbal Communication: Aitken, J. Comments by Jacquie Aitken, SMR Assistant.
- <2> SHG23871 Text/Correspondence: Swan, P. 2008-9. Correspondence from Paul Swan regarding several sites in the Lochcarron area. Yes. Digital.
- <3> SHG23888 Text/Manuscript: Swan, P. 2008. Shielings - Lochcarron Crofts. Yes. Digital.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NG 884 408 (100m by 100m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NG84SE |
| Geographical Area | ROSS AND CROMARTY |
| Civil Parish | LOCHCARRON |
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