MHG33398 - Structure - Crossburn
Summary
The ruin of a mortared-stone structure which measures 8 m NW-SE by 5 m.
Type and Period (2)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
Suth. FS/Strathnaver - JW/JR, 1984
See Assoc. Docs. File
On the edge of the raised-beach at the east of the bay is the ruin of a mortared-stone structure which measures 8 m NW-SE by 5 m. There is a doorway on the SE side, with part of the wooden-frame still in situ. This entrance has been blocked and the interior of the structure is mostly filled with tumble. The west wall of the building is adjoined by a dyke. <1>
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SHG21099 Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Brady, K. & Morris, C.D.. 1997. North Sutherland Survey: Coastal Zone Assessment Kyle of Durness to Torrisdale Bay. Glasgow University (GUARD). 30/01/1998. . p.264 Site 44.
- <2> SHG27491 Image/Photograph(s)/Aerial Photograph/Vertical: Get Mapping. 1999-2001. Get Mapping colour vertical aerial photography 1999-2001 (The Millennium Map). XY
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NC 6835 6120 (12m by 12m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NC66SE |
| Geographical Area | SUTHERLAND |
| Civil Parish | TONGUE |
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Investigations/Events (1)
External Links (1)
- https://trove.scot/place/86888 (View record on the HES Trove website)
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